Al 79 over Self Creek
FairBlount County, Alabama · 2.8 Mi.No. Jeff Co.Ln. · Structure no. 004655
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,560
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 79 over Self Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 79 over Self Creek in Blount County, Alabama. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 72 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,560 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,116 by 2042. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 79 over Self Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Al 79 over Self Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.
How much traffic does Al 79 over Self Creek carry?
About 7,560 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Al 79 over Self Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 79 over Self Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.