US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River
FairBaldwin County, Alabama · 2.2 MI E CO 9 · Structure no. 000663
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,863
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River is a steel culvert carrying US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 9,863 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,797 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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 98 over Branch to Magnolia River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River carry?
About 9,863 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 98 over Branch to Magnolia River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.