US Bridges

US 231 over Stream

Fair

Montgomery County, Alabama · AL.152*US 231 HWY · Structure no. 011410

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
54 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
37,720
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 231 over Stream in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 37,720 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,407 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231
CrossesStream
LocationAL.152*US 231 HWY
RouteState Highway 231
CountyMontgomery County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.42, -86.22778
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 inspectionApril 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating75.6 US tons
Inventory rating45.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic37,720 (2013)
Projected traffic51,407 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure13
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$12.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 over Stream built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231 over Stream 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 231 over Stream carry?

About 37,720 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is US 231 over Stream?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 231 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.