Poplar Springs RD over Blackwater Creek

Fair Condition58 years old350 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyWalker
Location2 1/2 Mile E.hwy 5
CarriesPoplar Springs RD
CrossesBlackwater Creek
Coordinates33.98617, -87.43528

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length304.1 ft (92.7 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Area676.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1968

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic350 (1991)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection125
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number009580

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