SR 279 over Dry Creek
GoodJackson County, Alabama · E City Limits of Sboro · Structure no. 010444
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 122 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,526
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 279 over Dry Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 279 over Dry Creek in Jackson County, Alabama. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 96 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 3,526 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,937 by 2041. The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 279 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is SR 279 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 279 over Dry Creek carry?
About 3,526 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 279 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 122 ft (37.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns SR 279 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.