US Bridges

SR 77 over Bruner Creek

Fair

Talladega County, Alabama · Talladega/Calhoun CO Line · Structure no. 005600

Built
1956
69 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,786
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 77 over Bruner Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 77 over Bruner Creek in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 6 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 6,786 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,500 by 2042. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 77
CrossesBruner Creek
LocationTalladega/Calhoun CO Line
RouteState Highway 77
CountyTalladega County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.6755, -86.0798
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.8 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,786 (2022)
Projected traffic9,500 by 2042
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$680,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 77 over Bruner Creek built?

It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 77 over Bruner 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 77 over Bruner Creek carry?

About 6,786 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 77 over Bruner Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).

Who owns SR 77 over Bruner Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.