US Bridges

SR 165 over Stream

Fair

Russell County, Alabama · 4.7 MI S Cottonton · Structure no. 003140

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,080
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 165 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying SR 165 over Stream in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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.

It carries about 2,080 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,538 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 165
CrossesStream
Location4.7 MI S Cottonton
RouteState Highway 165
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.08089, -85.08144
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.1 US tons
Inventory rating37.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length42 ft (12.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,080 (2013)
Projected traffic2,538 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$422,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 165 over Stream built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 165 over Stream 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 November 2023.

How much traffic does SR 165 over Stream carry?

About 2,080 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SR 165 over Stream?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 165 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.