Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek
GoodPosted for loadClarke County, Alabama · 5.87 Mi.Nw JCT.US43* CO17 · Structure no. 004585
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 136 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1995 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek in Clarke County, Alabama. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2040. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Rt. 17 over Satilpa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.