Co RT 8 over Cowpen Creek

Fair Condition89 years old305 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyLauderdale
Location4.7 Mi E Int Al 17
CarriesCo RT 8
CrossesCowpen Creek
Coordinates34.95662, -87.58677

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical4 — Foundations need monitoring

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length36.1 ft (11 m)
Max Span36.1 ft (11 m)
Deck Width17.4 ft (5.3 m)
Deck Area58.3 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1937 (reconstructed 1981)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic305 (1989)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection124
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number012463

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