FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek
FairPosted for loadDeKalb County, Alabama · 0.7MI W JCT US 11 · Structure no. 004401
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 204 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,580
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,580 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,834 by 2044. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills 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 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek carry?
About 2,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 24 CO RD 27 over Big Wills Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.