Al 277 over U.S. 72
FairJackson County, Alabama · In Bridgeport City Limits · Structure no. 016232
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,319
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 277 over U.S. 72 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 277 over U.S. 72 in Jackson County, Alabama. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 6 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 3,319 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,647 by 2042. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 59 ft wide.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 277 over U.S. 72 built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 277 over U.S. 72 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Al 277 over U.S. 72 carry?
About 3,319 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Al 277 over U.S. 72?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns Al 277 over U.S. 72?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.