Al 61 over Big Prairie Creek
Good Condition24 years old1,720 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Hale |
| Location | 0.5 Mi S Newbern |
| Carries | Al 61 |
| Crosses | Big Prairie Creek |
| Coordinates | 32.57442, -87.53078 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Prestressed Concrete |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 452.4 ft (137.9 m) |
| Max Span | 85.0 ft (25.9 m) |
| Deck Width | 46.9 ft (14.3 m) |
| Deck Area | 1972.0 sq m |
| Main Spans | 1 |
| Year Built | 2002 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 1,720 (2016) |
| Truck Traffic | 9% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | November 2024 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 017673 |