Co. 179 over Wells Creek

Poor Condition91 years old7 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyChambers
Location2 Mi. N.w. Denson
CarriesCo. 179
CrossesWells Creek
Coordinates32.95109, -85.32470

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionPoor
Deck4 (Poor)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure4 (Poor)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical3 — Scour critical

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length63.0 ft (19.2 m)
Max Span26.9 ft (8.2 m)
Deck Width15.7 ft (4.8 m)
Deck Area92.2 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1935 (reconstructed 1955)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7 (2010)
Lanes On Bridge1

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection822
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number005002

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