US Bridges

Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad

Good

Jefferson County, Alabama · 1/4 MI E Tin Mill RD · Structure no. 018223

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
607 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,305
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 10,305 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,225 by 2044. The structure is 607 ft (184.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesEnsley Pleasant Gr
CrossesUssc Railroad
Location1/4 MI E Tin Mill RD
RouteCounty Highway 76
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.49498, -86.93293
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating83.7 US tons
Inventory rating43.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length607 ft (184.9 m)
Longest span113 ft (34.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,305 (2024)
Projected traffic15,225 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$6.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad carry?

About 10,305 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad?

The structure is 607 ft (184.9 m) long with a longest span of 113 ft (34.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Ensley Pleasant Gr over Ussc Railroad?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.