Ripley RD over Dry CR
GoodLimestone County, Alabama · SEC29 T3S R5W · Structure no. 010016
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 560
- 2014 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ripley RD over Dry CR is a concrete culvert carrying Ripley RD over Dry CR in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 560 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 840 by 2034. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ripley RD over Dry CR built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ripley RD over Dry CR 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Ripley RD over Dry CR carry?
About 560 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Ripley RD over Dry CR?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Ripley RD over Dry CR?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.