US Bridges

US 331 over Stream

Poor

Montgomery County, Alabama · 4.3 Mi.S.Al 94 Intersecti · Structure no. 010285

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
104 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,880
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 331 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 331 over Stream in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 3,880 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,288 by 2033. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 331
CrossesStream
Location4.3 Mi.S.Al 94 Intersecti
RouteU.S. Route 331
CountyMontgomery County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.04996, -86.30306
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length104 ft (31.7 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 traffic3,880 (2013)
Projected traffic5,288 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 331 over Stream built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 331 over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does US 331 over Stream carry?

About 3,880 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 331 over Stream?

The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US 331 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.