Al 77 over Coosa River
FairEtowah County, Alabama · Al 77 * Coosa River · Structure no. 012210
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Girder and Floorbeam System
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,483 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,405
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 77 over Coosa River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Al 77 over Coosa River in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, younger 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 13,405 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,767 by 2042. The structure is 1,483 ft (452 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Al 77 over Coosa River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 77 over Coosa River 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Al 77 over Coosa River carry?
About 13,405 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Al 77 over Coosa River?
The structure is 1,483 ft (452 m) long with a longest span of 260 ft (79.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 77 over Coosa River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.