SR 17 over Taylors Creek
GoodWashington County, Alabama · 8.5 Mi. N. of Chatom · Structure no. 013621
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 287 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Taylors Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 17 over Taylors Creek 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,321 by 2033. The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 17 over Taylors Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 17 over Taylors 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 SR 17 over Taylors Creek carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Taylors Creek?
The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SR 17 over Taylors Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.