County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River
FairPosted for loadMarion County, Alabama · 2 Miles West of US 78 · Structure no. 004709
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 466 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2001 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River in Marion County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 600 vehicles a day, roughly 50% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,275 by 2035. The structure is 466 ft (142 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2001 count), of which roughly 50% are trucks.
How long is County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River?
The structure is 466 ft (142 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 35 over Buttahatchee River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.