US Bridges

US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek

Good

Houston County, Alabama · 2.1 Mi. West Ga. Line · Structure no. 011200

Built
1974
51 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,920
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 51 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 6,920 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,284 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 MP 229.503
CrossesHoward Mill Creek
Location2.1 Mi. West Ga. Line
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.13283, -85.0902
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 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 traffic6,920 (2013)
Projected traffic9,284 by 2033
Trucks30%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek carry?

About 6,920 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.

How long is US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 84 MP 229.503 over Howard Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.