Cherokee #8 over Terrapin Creek

Fair Condition60 years old325 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyCherokee
Location0.8 Mi E Int Ala # 9
CarriesCherokee #8
CrossesTerrapin Creek
Coordinates33.97906, -85.60127

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length405.2 ft (123.5 m)
Max Span80.1 ft (24.4 m)
Deck Width29.2 ft (8.9 m)
Deck Area1099.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1966

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic325 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection724
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number009060

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