Al - 38 West over Muddy Prong Creek

Fair Condition50 years old9,075 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyShelby
LocationUS 280 * Muddy Prong Ck
CarriesAl - 38 West
CrossesMuddy Prong Creek
Coordinates33.35290, -86.52638

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length237.5 ft (72.4 m)
Max Span65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Width42.0 ft (12.8 m)
Deck Area926.7 sq m
Main Spans4
Year Built1976

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic9,075 (2023)
Truck Traffic15%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number011653

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