US Bridges

US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD

Good

Madison County, Alabama · 231/BYRD Springs RD · Structure no. 020046

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
405 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
46,345
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 46,345 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,883 by 2043. The structure is 405 ft (123.4 m) long and 99 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231/SR 53
CrossesByrd Springs RD
Location231/BYRD Springs RD
RouteU.S. Route 53
CountyMadison County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.66578, -86.57213
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating44.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length405 ft (123.4 m)
Longest span151 ft (46.1 m)
Deck width99 ft (30.2 m)
Roadway width94 ft (28.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic46,345 (2023)
Projected traffic64,883 by 2043
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$9.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD carry?

About 46,345 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD?

The structure is 405 ft (123.4 m) long with a longest span of 151 ft (46.1 m) and a deck 99 ft wide.

Who owns US 231/SR 53 over Byrd Springs RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.