US 231; SR 53 over Service Road Loop
Fair Condition57 years old81,694 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Madison |
| Location | Useless Drake |
| Carries | US 231; SR 53 |
| Crosses | Service Road Loop |
| Coordinates | 34.69771, -86.58448 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | Not applicable |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 286.1 ft (87.2 m) |
| Max Span | 81.0 ft (24.7 m) |
| Deck Width | 89.2 ft (27.2 m) |
| Deck Area | 2371.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1969 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 81,694 (2023) |
| Truck Traffic | 3% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 6 |
| Lanes Under Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | October 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 010056 |