US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief
FairEscambia County, Alabama · 4.4 MI N US 29 · Structure no. 016461
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,990
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 5,990 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,985 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief carry?
About 5,990 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 31 over Little Esc.Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.