US Bridges

Al 21 over Stream

Fair

Lowndes County, Alabama · 3.8MI.NOFJCT.AL.263 · Structure no. 013731

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,390
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 21 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al 21 over Stream in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 97 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 5 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 1,390 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,733 by 2033. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 21
CrossesStream
Location3.8MI.NOFJCT.AL.263
RouteState Highway 21
CountyLowndes County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.06046, -86.74661
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,390 (2013)
Projected traffic1,733 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$639,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 21 over Stream built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is Al 21 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Al 21 over Stream carry?

About 1,390 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Al 21 over Stream?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns Al 21 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.