US Bridges

Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary

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Madison County, Alabama · 5.8 Miles S. of US 431 · Structure no. 018697

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
235 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
46,257
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 46,257 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,760 by 2042. The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 53
CrossesUnnamed Tributary
Location5.8 Miles S. of US 431
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyMadison County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.63964, -86.56711
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.9 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length235 ft (71.6 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,257 (2022)
Projected traffic64,760 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$12.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary carry?

About 46,257 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary?

The structure is 235 ft (71.6 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Al 53 over Unnamed Tributary?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.