US Bridges

US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel

Good

Marengo County, Alabama · 0.5 Mi. N of Linden · Structure no. 018595

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
135 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,130
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel in Marengo 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 6,130 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,874 by 2033. The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 43
CrossesChickasaw Bogue CR Rel
Location0.5 Mi. N of Linden
RouteU.S. Route 43
CountyMarengo County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.32747, -87.79437
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.8 US tons
Inventory rating46.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length135 ft (41.1 m)
Longest span45 ft (13.7 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,130 (2013)
Projected traffic7,874 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel built?

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

What condition is US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel carry?

About 6,130 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel?

The structure is 135 ft (41.1 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns US 43 over Chickasaw Bogue CR Rel?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.