Al 79 over Dry Creek
Fair Condition73 years old5,234 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Blount |
| Location | .9 Mi. So. Al 160 |
| Carries | Al 79 |
| Crosses | Dry Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.97111, -86.58889 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Tee Beam |
| Total Length | 224.1 ft (68.3 m) |
| Max Span | 32.2 ft (9.8 m) |
| Deck Width | 28.9 ft (8.8 m) |
| Deck Area | 601.0 sq m |
| Main Spans | 7 |
| Year Built | 1953 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 5,234 (2022) |
| Truck Traffic | 6% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 823 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 004659 |