US Bridges

SR 5 over A.G.R

Fair

Wilcox County, Alabama · Kimbrough · Structure no. 002267

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
138 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
2,700
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 5 over A.G.R is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 5 over A.G.R in Wilcox County, Alabama. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,380 by 2033. The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 5
CrossesA.G.R
LocationKimbrough
RouteState Highway 5
CountyWilcox County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.0305, -87.56533
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating47.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length138 ft (42.2 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.6 m)
Deck width27 ft (8.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,700 (2013)
Projected traffic3,380 by 2033
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 5 over A.G.R built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 5 over A.G.R 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 5 over A.G.R carry?

About 2,700 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SR 5 over A.G.R?

The structure is 138 ft (42.2 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.6 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.

Who owns SR 5 over A.G.R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.