Morgan RD Bessemer over Shades Creek

Fair Condition96 years old13,751 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyJefferson
LocationMorgan
CarriesMorgan RD Bessemer
CrossesShades Creek
Coordinates33.35506, -86.93694

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignTee Beam
Total Length126.0 ft (38.4 m)
Max Span39.4 ft (12 m)
Deck Width31.5 ft (9.6 m)
Deck Area368.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1930

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,751 (2024)
Truck Traffic16%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionOctober 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000720

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