US Bridges

US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek

Fair

Henry County, Alabama · 1 Mi. N. Houston Co. L. · Structure no. 009034

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
16,050
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek in Henry County, Alabama. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older 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 16,050 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,781 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 431 MP 23.616
CrossesSpivey Creek
Location1 Mi. N. Houston Co. L.
RouteU.S. Route 431
CountyHenry County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.32643, -85.34157
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic16,050 (2013)
Projected traffic20,781 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek carry?

About 16,050 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 431 MP 23.616 over Spivey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.