Al - 132 over Branch
FairBlount County, Alabama · 2.6 MI W Etowah CO Line · Structure no. 004142
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,110
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 132 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 132 over Branch in Blount County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,110 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,354 by 2043. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Al - 132 over Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 132 over 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Al - 132 over Branch carry?
About 1,110 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al - 132 over Branch?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al - 132 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.