Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek
PoorPosted for loadMarengo County, Alabama · 1.0 MI.S.CO.RT.55 · Structure no. 015966
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 55 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 1990 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek in Marengo County, Alabama. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 70 by 2040. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (1990 count).
How long is Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Rt. 593 over Branch at Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.