US Bridges

Wells RD over Branch

Good

Baldwin County, Alabama · .5 Mile West of CR 13 · Structure no. 021472

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
350
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Wells RD over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Wells RD over Branch in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 350 vehicles a day, projected to reach 472 by 2045. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesWells RD
CrossesBranch
Location.5 Mile West of CR 13
RouteCity Street 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.6114, -87.8708
Functional classRural Local

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic350 (2025)
Projected traffic472 by 2045
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$612,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Wells RD over Branch built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Wells RD over Branch 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Wells RD over Branch carry?

About 350 vehicles per day (2025 count).

How long is Wells RD over Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.7 m).

Who owns Wells RD over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.