AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek
GoodMarion County, Alabama · 2 MI W JCT Al 233 · Structure no. 005790
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,057
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek in Marion County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,057 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,274 by 2040. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is AL-74 over Buttahatchee 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek carry?
About 1,057 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns AL-74 over Buttahatchee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.