US Bridges

US 431 over Stream

Fair

Lee County, Alabama · 0.7 MI N Russell Co. Line · Structure no. 011594

Built
1976
49 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,410
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 431 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 431 over Stream in Lee County, Alabama. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 20,410 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,426 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 431
CrossesStream
Location0.7 MI N Russell Co. Line
RouteU.S. Route 431
CountyLee County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.5173, -85.0645
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating86 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,410 (2013)
Projected traffic26,426 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 431 over Stream built?

It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 431 over Stream 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 431 over Stream carry?

About 20,410 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 431 over Stream?

The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns US 431 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.