US Bridges

Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa

FairPosted for load

Randolph County, Alabama · Butler)west Graham · Structure no. 007110

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
210 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
330
1990 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa in Randolph County, Alabama. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 330 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,300 by 2030. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesCo. Rd. 92
CrossesLittle Tallapoosa
LocationButler)west Graham
RouteCounty Highway 92
CountyRandolph County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.4573, -85.383
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating38.6 US tons
Inventory rating23.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length210 ft (64 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width23 ft (7.1 m)
Roadway width22 ft (6.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic330 (1990)
Projected traffic1,300 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa carry?

About 330 vehicles per day (1990 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa?

The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.

Who owns Co. Rd. 92 over Little Tallapoosa?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.