US Bridges

US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream

Fair

Houston County, Alabama · 3.2 Mi. N. Jct. SR.109 · Structure no. 006531

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
17,740
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 17,740 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,969 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231 MP 10.668
CrossesStream
Location3.2 Mi. N. Jct. SR.109
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyHouston County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.1537, -85.40243
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 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; action required to protect exposed foundations
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 rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,740 (2013)
Projected traffic22,969 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$2.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream 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 US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream carry?

About 17,740 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US 231 MP 10.668 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.