SR 53 over Dry Creek
GoodMadison County, Alabama · 5 MI N JCT US 72 · Structure no. 020190
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 87 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,897
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Dry Creek in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 years old, younger 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 23,897 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,456 by 2043. The structure is 87 ft (26.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Dry Creek 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Dry Creek carry?
About 23,897 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 87 ft (26.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.