US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek
FairJefferson County, Alabama · .6 Mi. No. I-65 · Structure no. 004729
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,460
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 16,460 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,144 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 M.P.266.89 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek carry?
About 16,460 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 31 M.P.266.89 over Patton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.