SR 79 over Mill Creek
GoodMarshall County, Alabama · 3.5 MI N JCT US431 * SR79 · Structure no. 001485
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,974
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 79 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 79 over Mill Creek in Marshall County, Alabama. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 4,974 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,964 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 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 SR 79 over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 79 over Mill 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 79 over Mill Creek carry?
About 4,974 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is SR 79 over Mill Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 79 over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.