US Bridges

Al 110 over Ditch

Fair

Montgomery County, Alabama · 1.0 Mi.W. of Cecil · Structure no. 000421

Built
1927
98 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,460
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 110 over Ditch is a steel culvert carrying Al 110 over Ditch in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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.

It carries about 3,460 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,809 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 110
CrossesDitch
Location1.0 Mi.W. of Cecil
RouteState Highway 110
CountyMontgomery County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.30555, -86.02177
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,460 (2013)
Projected traffic4,809 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$275,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 110 over Ditch built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 110 over Ditch 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Al 110 over Ditch carry?

About 3,460 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Al 110 over Ditch?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Al 110 over Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.