Al 77 over Dry Creek
FairEtowah County, Alabama · Al 77 and Dry Creek · Structure no. 019315
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,425
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 77 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 77 over Dry Creek in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 18,425 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,795 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 77 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 77 over Dry 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Al 77 over Dry Creek carry?
About 18,425 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Al 77 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 77 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.