US Bridges

Al 14 over Warrior River Relief

Good

Hale County, Alabama · 1.7 MI E Warrior River · Structure no. 015737

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
452 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
2,039
2019 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 14 over Warrior River Relief is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 14 over Warrior River Relief in Hale County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 2,039 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,341 by 2039. The structure is 452 ft (137.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.3 mi (89 km).

CarriesAl 14
CrossesWarrior River Relief
Location1.7 MI E Warrior River
RouteState Highway 14
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.81142, -87.78912
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.4 US tons
Inventory rating34.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadHS 20
Structure length452 ft (137.8 m)
Longest span41 ft (12.5 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,039 (2019)
Projected traffic3,341 by 2039
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed55.3 mi (89 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$4.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 14 over Warrior River Relief built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 14 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Al 14 over Warrior River Relief carry?

About 2,039 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Al 14 over Warrior River Relief?

The structure is 452 ft (137.8 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Al 14 over Warrior River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.