SR 49 over Tallapoosa River

Fair Condition71 years old1,178 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyTallapoosa
LocationHorseshoe Bend
CarriesSR 49
CrossesTallapoosa River
Coordinates32.97584, -85.74111

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length865.2 ft (263.7 m)
Max Span100.1 ft (30.5 m)
Deck Width26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Deck Area2162.3 sq m
Main Spans8
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,178 (2023)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number005248

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