US Bridges

US 431 over Stream

Fair

Russell County, Alabama · Intersection of SR26 · Structure no. 017618

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,314
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 431 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 431 over Stream in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 18,314 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,613 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 431
CrossesStream
LocationIntersection of SR26
RouteU.S. Route 431
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.29932, -85.17995
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.8 US tons
Inventory rating47.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,314 (2024)
Projected traffic27,613 by 2044
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 431 over Stream built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 431 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 431 over Stream carry?

About 18,314 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 431 over Stream?

The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns US 431 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.