US Bridges

Al 216 over Davis Creek

Good

Tuscaloosa County, Alabama · Abernant · Structure no. 019530

Built
2013
12 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
340 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,044
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 216 over Davis Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 216 over Davis Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 3,044 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,224 by 2044. The structure is 340 ft (103.7 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesAl 216
CrossesDavis Creek
LocationAbernant
RouteState Highway 216
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.28767, -87.19768
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.8 US tons
Inventory rating43.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length340 ft (103.7 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.3 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,044 (2022)
Projected traffic4,224 by 2044
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of relocation of road
Estimated improvement cost$3.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 216 over Davis Creek built?

It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 216 over Davis Creek 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 2023.

How much traffic does Al 216 over Davis Creek carry?

About 3,044 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Al 216 over Davis Creek?

The structure is 340 ft (103.7 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns Al 216 over Davis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.