Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek
FairJefferson County, Alabama · .9 Mi. No. I-65 · Structure no. 004713
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 32,920
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 99 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 6 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 32,920 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,288 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek carry?
About 32,920 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al - 3 (us 31) over Patton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.