US Bridges

SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R

Good

Talladega County, Alabama · Munford · Structure no. 020630

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
174 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,935
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 9,935 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,909 by 2043. The structure is 174 ft (53.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesSR21
CrossesNorfolk Southern R/R
LocationMunford
RouteState Highway 21
CountyTalladega County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.51938, -85.97044
Functional classRural 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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating59.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length174 ft (53.1 m)
Longest span0 ft (0 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,935 (2023)
Projected traffic13,909 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR21 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R carry?

About 9,935 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R?

The structure is 174 ft (53.1 m) long and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns SR21 over Norfolk Southern R/R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.