US Bridges

US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek

Fair

Pike County, Alabama · 2 Mi. W. of Brundidge · Structure no. 010290

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
238 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
14,720
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek in Pike 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 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 14,720 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,172 by 2033. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231 MP 177.039
CrossesWhite Water Creek
Location2 Mi. W. of Brundidge
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyPike County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.74423, -85.86182
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating47.8 US tons
Inventory rating28.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length238 ft (72.5 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width59 ft (18.1 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,720 (2013)
Projected traffic19,172 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek built?

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

What condition is US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek carry?

About 14,720 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek?

The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns US 231 MP 177.039 over White Water Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.