US Bridges

US 84 MP 227.476 over Drainage Area

Good

Houston County, Alabama · 0.21KM E.Of CO.RD.81 · Structure no. 016617

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,920
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 227.476 over Drainage Area is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 MP 227.476 over Drainage Area in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84 MP 227.476
CrossesDrainage Area
Location0.21KM E.Of CO.RD.81
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyHouston County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.13429, -85.124
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 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 rating41 US tons
Inventory rating24.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 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 227.476 over Drainage Area built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 MP 227.476 over Drainage Area 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 227.476 over Drainage Area carry?

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

How long is US 84 MP 227.476 over Drainage Area?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns US 84 MP 227.476 over Drainage Area?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.