AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek
GoodWinston County, Alabama · 7.4 MI E JCT AL-5 · Structure no. 006343
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,833
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek is a concrete culvert carrying AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek in Winston County, Alabama. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 years old, older 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 1,833 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,546 by 2040. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is AL-74 over Mcdonald 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek carry?
About 1,833 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns AL-74 over Mcdonald Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.