Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 0.9 Mi. So.Cr 22 · Structure no. 014542
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,545
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 1,545 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,165 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 17 over King 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek carry?
About 1,545 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Hwy. 17 over King Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.