AL-171 over Savage Creek
GoodFayette County, Alabama · 1.3 MI N Brotherton Cem · Structure no. 004457
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,041
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-171 over Savage Creek is a concrete culvert carrying AL-171 over Savage Creek in Fayette 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 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 2,041 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,904 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-171 over Savage Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is AL-171 over Savage 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does AL-171 over Savage Creek carry?
About 2,041 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is AL-171 over Savage Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns AL-171 over Savage Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.