Al - 79 over Wilson Ck
FairJefferson County, Alabama · So. of Marsh Mt. Rd. · Structure no. 006359
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,050
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 79 over Wilson Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 79 over Wilson Ck in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 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 13,050 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,146 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 79 over Wilson Ck built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 79 over Wilson Ck 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 Wilson Ck carry?
About 13,050 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Al - 79 over Wilson Ck?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al - 79 over Wilson Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.