US Bridges

US 43 over Ut to North River

Fair

Tuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.0 MI S Binion Creek · Structure no. 009640

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,840
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 43 over Ut to North River is a concrete culvert carrying US 43 over Ut to North River in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 years old, older 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 6,840 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,786 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 43
CrossesUt to North River
Location2.0 MI S Binion Creek
RouteU.S. Route 43
CountyTuscaloosa County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.36055, -87.61295
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 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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,840 (2016)
Projected traffic8,786 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$2.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 43 over Ut to North River built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 43 over Ut to North River 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 US 43 over Ut to North River carry?

About 6,840 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 43 over Ut to North River?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns US 43 over Ut to North River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.