Co. 179 over Wells Creek
PoorClosed to trafficChambers County, Alabama · 2 Mi. N.W. Denson · Structure no. 005002
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1955
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2022
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 63 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. 179 over Wells Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. 179 over Wells Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1955, so it is 90 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 7 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2034. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. 179 over Wells Creek built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1955.
What condition is Co. 179 over Wells Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2022.
How much traffic does Co. 179 over Wells Creek carry?
About 7 vehicles per day (2010 count).
How long is Co. 179 over Wells Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 27 ft (8.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Co. 179 over Wells Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.