Al - 38 East over Coosa River

Fair Condition27 years old10,090 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyShelby
LocationChildersburg
CarriesAl - 38 East
CrossesCoosa River
Coordinates33.29170, -86.36580

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length859.9 ft (262.1 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width42.3 ft (12.9 m)
Deck Area3381.1 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1999

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,090 (2024)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number017272

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