FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek
FairPosted for loadDeKalb County, Alabama · 2.9 MI W JCT SR 75 · Structure no. 003471
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,281
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,281 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,903 by 2044. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek carry?
About 1,281 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 24 CR 27 over South Sauty Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.