SR 17 over Little Bear Creek
FairFranklin County, Alabama · 2.2 M S JCT SR 17 & SR 13 · Structure no. 007673
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,200
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Little Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over Little Bear Creek in Franklin County, Alabama. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 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 4,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,417 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 17 over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 17 over Little Bear 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR 17 over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 4,200 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 17 over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.