US Bridges

Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee

Good

Houston County, Alabama · Dothan · Structure no. 020209

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,813
2010 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee is a concrete channel beam carrying Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 13,813 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,272 by 2044. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesDenton RD
CrossesLittle Choctawhatchee
LocationDothan
RouteCity Street 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.25, -85.43333
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.5 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,813 (2010)
Projected traffic21,272 by 2044
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee carry?

About 13,813 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Denton RD over Little Choctawhatchee?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.