US Bridges

Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek

Good

Madison County, Alabama · 1.7 KM E Junction U.S.431 · Structure no. 017477

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
124 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,360
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 3,360 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,850 by 2043. The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesOld U.S. 431
CrossesRobinson Mill Creek
Location1.7 KM E Junction U.S.431
RouteCity Street 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.66025, -86.45533
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.9 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length124 ft (37.8 m)
Longest span42 ft (12.8 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.1 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,360 (2022)
Projected traffic4,850 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek carry?

About 3,360 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek?

The structure is 124 ft (37.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns Old U.S. 431 over Robinson Mill Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.