SR 75 over Black Oak Creek
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · 6 MI S JCT SR 35 · Structure no. 002719
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old, rebuilt 2004
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,608
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 75 over Black Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 75 over Black Oak Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1942 and reconstructed in 2004, so it is 83 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 7,608 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,651 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 75 over Black Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2004.
What condition is SR 75 over Black Oak Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 75 over Black Oak Creek carry?
About 7,608 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 75 over Black Oak Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 75 over Black Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.