Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 0.37 Mi. East CR 23 · Structure no. 006965
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2009
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 769
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2009, so it is 65 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 769 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,640 by 2044. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2009.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek carry?
About 769 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Co. Hwy. 16 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.