CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley
FairChilton County, Alabama · CR73 2.3MISW Dry Valley · Structure no. 007871
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 1985 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley is a concrete culvert carrying CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2029. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (1985 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CR73 Dry Valley RD over Dry Valley?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.