US Bridges

South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br.

FairPosted for load

Geneva County, Alabama · 1 Mile South of Slocomb · Structure no. 017358

Built
1991
34 years old, rebuilt 1997
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br. is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br. in Geneva County, Alabama. It was built in 1991 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 34 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSouth Co. Rd. 85
CrossesPine Log Br.
Location1 Mile South of Slocomb
RouteCounty Highway 85
CountyGeneva County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.07792, -85.61291
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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating35.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2024)
Projected traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$262,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br. built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.

What condition is South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br. 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br. carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2024 count).

How long is South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br.?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns South Co. Rd. 85 over Pine Log Br.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.