Al - 3 (us 31) over Cahaba River

Fair Condition73 years old27,940 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyShelby
Location@ Jefferson/shelby Cl
CarriesAl - 3 (us 31)
CrossesCahaba River
Coordinates33.36616, -86.79717

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length465.9 ft (142 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width59.1 ft (18 m)
Deck Area2,556 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1953

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic27,940 (2024)
Truck Traffic4%
Lanes On Bridge4

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number004549

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