US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief
FairMadison County, Alabama · 0.2 MI N Paint Rock River · Structure no. 005758
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 205 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,394
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief in Madison 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 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 11,394 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,952 by 2043. The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long and 33 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief carry?
About 11,394 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief?
The structure is 205 ft (62.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 431; SR 1 over Paint Rock River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.