Al 68 over Chattoga River
GoodCherokee County, Alabama · Al 68 over Chattoga River · Structure no. 016024
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 477 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,791
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 68 over Chattoga River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 68 over Chattoga River in Cherokee County, Alabama. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 4,791 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,707 by 2043. The structure is 477 ft (145.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 68 over Chattoga River built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 68 over Chattoga River 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Al 68 over Chattoga River carry?
About 4,791 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Al 68 over Chattoga River?
The structure is 477 ft (145.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 68 over Chattoga River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.