SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1
FairFranklin County, Alabama · 1.9 M E JCT SR 24 & SR 19 · Structure no. 012004
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 272 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,335
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1 in Franklin County, Alabama. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 2,335 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,804 by 2033. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1 built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1 carry?
About 2,335 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1?
The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 24 over Bear Creek Relief 1?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.