US Bridges

Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv

Good

Houston County, Alabama · 2 MI N.Jct US 84 · Structure no. 017498

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
591 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
2,460
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 2,460 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,515 by 2033. The structure is 591 ft (180 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesAl 123 MP 15.085
CrossesLittle Choctawhatchee Rv
Location2 MI N.Jct US 84
RouteState Highway 123
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.2737, -85.62025
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: 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 rating53 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length591 ft (180 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width39 ft (12 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,460 (2013)
Projected traffic3,515 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$5.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv carry?

About 2,460 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv?

The structure is 591 ft (180 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Al 123 MP 15.085 over Little Choctawhatchee Rv?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.