US Bridges

CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46)

Fair

Autauga County, Alabama · Independence · Structure no. 016100

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
510
1993 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46) is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46) in Autauga County, Alabama. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 5 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 510 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,033 by 2035. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesCO RD 19
CrossesSand Branch (CD1414X46)
LocationIndependence
RouteCounty Highway 19
CountyAutauga County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.52253, -86.70152
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic510 (1993)
Projected traffic1,033 by 2035
Trucks10%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$475,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46) built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46) 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46) carry?

About 510 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46)?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns CO RD 19 over Sand Branch (CD1414X46)?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.