SR74/US278 over Dry Creek
GoodCalhoun County, Alabama · .4 MI W JCT SR21-OLD 200 · Structure no. 015463
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,682
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR74/US278 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR74/US278 over Dry Creek in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 7,682 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,755 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR74/US278 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR74/US278 over Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does SR74/US278 over Dry Creek carry?
About 7,682 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR74/US278 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR74/US278 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.