US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek
GoodJackson County, Alabama · E City Limits Scottsboro · Structure no. 012346
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 238 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,202
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek in Jackson County, Alabama. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 7,202 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,083 by 2043. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 72; SR 2 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek carry?
About 7,202 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 72; SR 2 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.