US Bridges

Bibb CO.51 over Branch

Good

Bibb County, Alabama · 3.2MI S Cville on CO.51 · Structure no. 008360

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
185
1989 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bibb CO.51 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bibb CO.51 over Branch in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 185 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 275 by 2030. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long.

CarriesBibb CO.51
CrossesBranch
Location3.2MI S Cville on CO.51
RouteCounty Highway 51
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.89066, -87.1252
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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating54.5 US tons
Inventory rating32.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic185 (1989)
Projected traffic275 by 2030
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$461,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bibb CO.51 over Branch built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bibb CO.51 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Bibb CO.51 over Branch carry?

About 185 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Bibb CO.51 over Branch?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Bibb CO.51 over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.