US Bridges

SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek

Fair

Chambers County, Alabama · 1.4 MI W JCT US 431 · Structure no. 002418

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,576
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5 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 2,576 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,606 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 77
CrossesChatahospee Creek
Location1.4 MI W JCT US 431
RouteState Highway 77
CountyChambers County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.92414, -85.41695
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,576 (2023)
Projected traffic3,606 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$343,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 77 over Chatahospee 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek carry?

About 2,576 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SR 77 over Chatahospee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.