US Bridges

Al River Pkwy over Alabama River

Fair

Elmore County, Alabama · 3.2 MI E of CR143/MAIN ST · Structure no. 017329

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
1,015 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,084
2024 count
Owner
Private
Private (other than railroad)

About this bridge

Al River Pkwy over Alabama River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al River Pkwy over Alabama River in Elmore County, Alabama. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,084 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,126 by 2044. The structure is 1,015 ft (309.4 m) long and 63 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesAl River Pkwy
CrossesAlabama River
Location3.2 MI E of CR143/MAIN ST
CountyElmore County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.43502, -86.3173
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+5 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,015 ft (309.4 m)
Longest span215 ft (65.5 m)
Deck width63 ft (19.2 m)
Roadway width60 ft (18.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,084 (2024)
Projected traffic6,126 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollToll bridge
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerPrivate (other than railroad)
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$14.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Al River Pkwy over Alabama River built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al River Pkwy over Alabama River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does Al River Pkwy over Alabama River carry?

About 4,084 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Al River Pkwy over Alabama River?

The structure is 1,015 ft (309.4 m) long with a longest span of 215 ft (65.5 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.

Who owns Al River Pkwy over Alabama River?

It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).