Al 179 over Wade Creek
GoodEtowah County, Alabama · Al 179 * Wade Creek · Structure no. 020262
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,988
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 179 over Wade Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 179 over Wade Creek in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,988 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,783 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 179 over Wade Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 179 over Wade Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Al 179 over Wade Creek carry?
About 1,988 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Al 179 over Wade Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 179 over Wade Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.