Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River
FairPosted for loadRandolph County, Alabama · (edwards Bro)s Newell · Structure no. 009393
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 338 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 1991 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River in Randolph County, Alabama. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 364 by 2030. The structure is 338 ft (103.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (1991 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River?
The structure is 338 ft (103.1 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Rd. 59 over Little Tallapoosa River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.