AL-17 over Strattons Branch
GoodPickens County, Alabama · 1.5 MI N JCT SR 86 · Structure no. 001931
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,150
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-17 over Strattons Branch is a concrete culvert carrying AL-17 over Strattons Branch in Pickens County, Alabama. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,773 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 AL-17 over Strattons Branch built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is AL-17 over Strattons Branch 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does AL-17 over Strattons Branch carry?
About 2,150 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is AL-17 over Strattons Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns AL-17 over Strattons Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.