US 31 over Branch
FairAutauga County, Alabama · 3.0 MI N of Prattville · Structure no. 002632
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1942
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,110
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 31 over Branch in Autauga County, Alabama. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1942, so it is 99 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 9,110 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,702 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Branch built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1942.
What condition is US 31 over Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US 31 over Branch carry?
About 9,110 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 31 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.