SR 117 over Wills Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Alabama · 2.5 MI SE JCT I 59 · Structure no. 000427
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,503
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 117 over Wills Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 117 over Wills Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1927, so it is 98 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.
It carries about 3,503 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,904 by 2041. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long.
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 117 over Wills Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 117 over Wills 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 117 over Wills Creek carry?
About 3,503 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 117 over Wills Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 117 over Wills Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.