US Bridges

SR 279 over US 72; SR 2

Good

Jackson County, Alabama · JCT US 72 * SR 279 · Structure no. 014027

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
383 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,699
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 279 over US 72; SR 2 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 279 over US 72; SR 2 in Jackson County, Alabama. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 1,699 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,379 by 2041. The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long and 32 ft wide.

CarriesSR 279
CrossesUS 72; SR 2
LocationJCT US 72 * SR 279
RouteState Highway 279
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.70394, -85.97954
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating65.5 US tons
Inventory rating39.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length383 ft (116.7 m)
Longest span250 ft (76.2 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.7 m)
Roadway width29 ft (8.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,699 (2021)
Projected traffic2,379 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 279 over US 72; SR 2 built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 279 over US 72; SR 2 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 US 72; SR 2 carry?

About 1,699 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 279 over US 72; SR 2?

The structure is 383 ft (116.7 m) long with a longest span of 250 ft (76.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns SR 279 over US 72; SR 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.