US Bridges

Al. 181 over Turkey Branch

Fair

Baldwin County, Alabama · 0.2 Mi. N. of U.S. 98 · Structure no. 015444

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,239
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al. 181 over Turkey Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al. 181 over Turkey Branch in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 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 4,239 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,167 by 2040. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesAl. 181
CrossesTurkey Branch
Location0.2 Mi. N. of U.S. 98
RouteState Highway 181
CountyBaldwin County
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.42151, -87.84379
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating82.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,239 (2022)
Projected traffic6,167 by 2040
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$667,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al. 181 over Turkey Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al. 181 over Turkey 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Al. 181 over Turkey Branch carry?

About 4,239 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Al. 181 over Turkey Branch?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns Al. 181 over Turkey Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.