US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief
FairMontgomery County, Alabama · 0.6 Mi. S. US 82 · Structure no. 014244
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,255
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 9,255 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,030 by 2033. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief carry?
About 9,255 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 231 Sbl over Dry Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.