US Bridges

Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek

Fair

Russell County, Alabama · 4.13 MI N JCT SR169 · Structure no. 016253

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
326 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
4,910
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 4,910 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,357 by 2033. The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 1 (us 431)
CrossesUchee Creek
Location4.13 MI N JCT SR169
RouteU.S. Route 431
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.35896, -85.10767
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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
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 geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length326 ft (99.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,910 (2013)
Projected traffic6,357 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$3.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek carry?

About 4,910 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek?

The structure is 326 ft (99.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Al 1 (us 431) over Uchee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.