US Bridges

SR 17 over Stream

Good

Washington County, Alabama · Chatom · Structure no. 013619

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
41 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,990
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 17 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over Stream in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 4,990 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,435 by 2033. The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 17
CrossesStream
LocationChatom
RouteState Highway 17
CountyWashington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.47855, -88.24311
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating73.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length41 ft (12.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,990 (2013)
Projected traffic6,435 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$736,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 17 over Stream built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 17 over Stream 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 SR 17 over Stream carry?

About 4,990 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is SR 17 over Stream?

The structure is 41 ft (12.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 17 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.