US Bridges

CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing

Good

Autauga County, Alabama · Between-Oatscrossinwadswo · Structure no. 006649

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
735
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing is a concrete culvert carrying CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing in Autauga County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 735 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,166 by 2029. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesCO.RD.68
CrossesBranch East of Oatsx-Ing
LocationBetween-Oatscrossinwadswo
RouteCounty Highway 68
CountyAutauga County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.66228, -86.46959
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.2 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 10
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width37 ft (11.3 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic735 (2004)
Projected traffic1,166 by 2029
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$399,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing carry?

About 735 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.

Who owns CO.RD.68 over Branch East of Oatsx-Ing?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.