SR 21 over Dry Creek
GoodTalladega County, Alabama · 2.5MI S of Oxford · Structure no. 017053
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,099
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 21 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 21 over Dry Creek in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6,099 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,593 by 2043. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long.
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 SR 21 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 21 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 21 over Dry Creek carry?
About 6,099 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 21 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).
Who owns SR 21 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.