Al 22 over Benson Creek
GoodChilton County, Alabama · 2.9 Mi. E JCT SR 191 · Structure no. 019018
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 165 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,350
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 22 over Benson Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 22 over Benson Creek in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 2,350 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,850 by 2044. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 22 over Benson Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 22 over Benson 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Al 22 over Benson Creek carry?
About 2,350 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Al 22 over Benson Creek?
The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Al 22 over Benson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.