SR 56 over Escatawpa River

Fair Condition76 years old1,280 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyWashington
Location2.8 Mi. E. Of Miss.st.ln.
CarriesSR 56
CrossesEscatawpa River
Coordinates31.46235, -88.40801

Condition Ratings

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

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length339.9 ft (103.6 m)
Max Span34.1 ft (10.4 m)
Deck Width26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Deck Area849.5 sq m
Main Spans10
Year Built1950

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,280 (2013)
Truck Traffic19%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number003800

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