US Bridges

US 43 over Warrior River Relief

Good

Greene County, Alabama · 1.4 MI N Marengo CO Line · Structure no. 014852

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
238 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
3,973
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 43 over Warrior River Relief is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 43 over Warrior River Relief in Greene County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,973 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,351 by 2041. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 60.3 mi (97 km).

CarriesUS 43
CrossesWarrior River Relief
Location1.4 MI N Marengo CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 43
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.56443, -87.83475
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.5 US tons
Inventory rating32.6 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length238 ft (72.5 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,973 (2021)
Projected traffic5,351 by 2041
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed60.3 mi (97 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$2.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 43 over Warrior River Relief built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 43 over Warrior River Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does US 43 over Warrior River Relief carry?

About 3,973 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 43 over Warrior River Relief?

The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 43 over Warrior River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.