US Bridges

County Road 2243 over Elam Branch

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Pike County, Alabama · Sec 26 T9N R19E · Structure no. 004341

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,500
2000 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

County Road 2243 over Elam Branch is a concrete culvert carrying County Road 2243 over Elam Branch in Pike County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2035. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesCounty Road 2243
CrossesElam Branch
LocationSec 26 T9N R19E
RouteCounty Highway 28
CountyPike County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.72167, -86.115
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating33.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 10
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,500 (2000)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2035
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$505,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was County Road 2243 over Elam Branch built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is County Road 2243 over Elam Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does County Road 2243 over Elam Branch carry?

About 1,500 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is County Road 2243 over Elam Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns County Road 2243 over Elam Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.