AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief
GoodLamar County, Alabama · 7.1 MI N of Millport · Structure no. 012860
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,191
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief in Lamar County, Alabama. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 96 years old, older 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 1,191 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,715 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief carry?
About 1,191 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns AL-17 over Yellow Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.