US Bridges

CO RD 31 over Simmons CR

Good

Washington County, Alabama · 5 M N Chatom · Structure no. 009359

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
396
2013 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 31 over Simmons CR is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 31 over Simmons CR in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 396 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.1 mi (100 km).

CarriesCO RD 31
CrossesSimmons CR
Location5 M N Chatom
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.54909, -88.19832
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44.1 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (11 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic396 (2013)
Projected traffic520 by 2042
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed62.1 mi (100 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$293,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 31 over Simmons CR built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 31 over Simmons CR 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 31 over Simmons CR carry?

About 396 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 31 over Simmons CR?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 31 over Simmons CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.