US Bridges

Al 61 over Greer Creek

Fair

Perry County, Alabama · 1.3 MI N JCT US 80 · Structure no. 015694

Built
1925
100 years old, rebuilt 1938
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,270
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 61 over Greer Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 61 over Greer Creek in Perry County, Alabama. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1938, so it is 100 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,270 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 61
CrossesGreer Creek
Location1.3 MI N JCT US 80
RouteState Highway 61
CountyPerry County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.46757, -87.51842
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating86.1 US tons
Inventory rating51.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length20 ft (6.1 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,270 (2016)
Projected traffic1,700 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$341,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 61 over Greer Creek built?

It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1938.

What condition is Al 61 over Greer Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does Al 61 over Greer Creek carry?

About 1,270 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Al 61 over Greer Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Al 61 over Greer Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.