US 31 over Vickers Creek
FairMontgomery County, Alabama · 1.4 MI North of Cty RD 49 · Structure no. 014315
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 164 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,220
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Vickers Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 31 over Vickers Creek in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 6 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 3,220 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,136 by 2033. The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long and 43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Vickers Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Vickers Creek 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 31 over Vickers Creek carry?
About 3,220 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Vickers Creek?
The structure is 164 ft (50 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 31 over Vickers Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.