Al - 3 (us 31) over Murphy Creek

Fair Condition84 years old2,400 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyBlount
Location3.5 Mi.no. I-65
CarriesAl - 3 (us 31)
CrossesMurphy Creek
Coordinates33.92389, -86.80722

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length283.1 ft (86.3 m)
Max Span34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Width33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Area871.6 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1942

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic2,400 (2023)
Truck Traffic9%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection623
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number002644

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