Al - 38 West over Coosa River

Fair Condition42 years old10,090 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyShelby
LocationChildersburg
CarriesAl - 38 West
CrossesCoosa River
Coordinates33.29291, -86.36600

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length1470.1 ft (448.1 m)
Max Span259.8 ft (79.2 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area5825.3 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1984

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic10,090 (2024)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number013319

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