Al - 79 over Cedar Creek
FairJefferson County, Alabama · @ 3rd Ave. · Structure no. 005604
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,410
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 79 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 79 over Cedar Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older 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 26,410 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,675 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 79 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 79 over Cedar 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Al - 79 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 26,410 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Al - 79 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Al - 79 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.