Al 61 over Dry Creek
GoodHale County, Alabama · 3.6 MI N Perry CO Line · Structure no. 017735
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,270
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 61 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 61 over Dry Creek in Hale County, Alabama. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 1,270 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2044. The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 61 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 61 over Dry 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 61 over Dry Creek carry?
About 1,270 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 61 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 61 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.