US Bridges

Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad

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Russell County, Alabama · Phenix City · Structure no. 016052

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
152 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,958
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 9,958 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,683 by 2044. The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSummerville Rd.
CrossesCSX Railroad
LocationPhenix City
RouteCity Street 0
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.477, -85.00209
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.1 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length152 ft (46.3 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.2 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,958 (2024)
Projected traffic13,683 by 2044
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad carry?

About 9,958 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad?

The structure is 152 ft (46.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.2 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns Summerville Rd. over CSX Railroad?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.