US Bridges

US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek

Fair

Jackson County, Alabama · 1.5 MI E JCT Jc Route 63 · Structure no. 011178

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
14,560
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek in Jackson County, Alabama. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 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 14,560 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,384 by 2043. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 72 SR 2
CrossesSheepneck Creek
Location1.5 MI E JCT Jc Route 63
RouteU.S. Route 72
CountyJackson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.61056, -86.24611
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating72.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,560 (2023)
Projected traffic20,384 by 2043
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek carry?

About 14,560 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek?

The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 72 SR 2 over Sheepneck Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.