Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief
GoodPosted for loadLimestone County, Alabama · SEC27 T1S R5W · Structure no. 005971
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 340 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 820
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 820 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,250 by 2031. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief carry?
About 820 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief?
The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Easter Ferry RD over Elk River Relief?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.