US Bridges

Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R.

Good

Talladega County, Alabama · .5 Mi.North of U.S.78 · Structure no. 017881

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
400 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,950
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R. in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 3,950 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,430 by 2038. The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long and 73 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesTalladega CO.207
CrossesNorfolk Southern R.R.
Location.5 Mi.North of U.S.78
RouteCounty Highway 207
CountyTalladega County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.60935, -86.16246
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.5 US tons
Inventory rating42.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length400 ft (121.9 m)
Longest span120 ft (36.6 m)
Deck width73 ft (22.2 m)
Roadway width70 ft (21.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,950 (2018)
Projected traffic4,430 by 2038
Trucks35%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$7.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R. built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R. 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 Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R. carry?

About 3,950 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.

How long is Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R.?

The structure is 400 ft (121.9 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.

Who owns Talladega CO.207 over Norfolk Southern R.R.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.