US Bridges

US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream

Good

Henry County, Alabama · 1 Mi. N. Jct. SR 173 · Structure no. 013215

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
53 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,210
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream in Henry County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 12,210 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,809 by 2033. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 431 MP 27.429
CrossesStream
Location1 Mi. N. Jct. SR 173
RouteU.S. Route 431
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.37802, -85.327
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length53 ft (16.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,210 (2013)
Projected traffic15,809 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$3.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream carry?

About 12,210 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream?

The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US 431 MP 27.429 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.