US Bridges

SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch

Fair

Houston County, Alabama · 1.4 Mi. N. Sr. 52E · Structure no. 006413

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
26,740
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 5 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 26,740 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,280 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 210 MP 9.130
CrossesPoplar Spring Branch
Location1.4 Mi. N. Sr. 52E
RouteState Highway 210
CountyHouston County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.23448, -85.3625
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating84.5 US tons
Inventory rating50.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length52 ft (16 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic26,740 (2013)
Projected traffic33,280 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$2.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch carry?

About 26,740 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch?

The structure is 52 ft (16 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns SR 210 MP 9.130 over Poplar Spring Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.