US Bridges

7804 Laser Range over Wetlands

GoodPosted for load

Madison County, Alabama · Behind (w) Bldg 7804 · Structure no. DAPAMCRED000029

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
10
2016 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

7804 Laser Range over Wetlands is a prestressed concrete slab carrying 7804 Laser Range over Wetlands in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 10 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20 by 2046. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Carries7804 Laser Range
CrossesWetlands
LocationBehind (w) Bldg 7804
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.59055, -86.63613
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating23.9 US tons
Inventory rating18.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans6
Design loadHS 15
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span39 ft (11.8 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width16 ft (4.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10 (2016)
Projected traffic20 by 2046
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$2,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 7804 Laser Range over Wetlands built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is 7804 Laser Range over Wetlands 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 2024.

How much traffic does 7804 Laser Range over Wetlands carry?

About 10 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 7804 Laser Range over Wetlands?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.8 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns 7804 Laser Range over Wetlands?

It is owned by the Army.