US 82 Wbl over Branch
PoorBullock County, Alabama · 5.4 Mi.E.Of U.S.29 · Structure no. 012253
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,635
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 Wbl over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 82 Wbl over Branch in Bullock County, Alabama. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 97 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,635 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,117 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 Wbl over Branch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 82 Wbl over Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.
How much traffic does US 82 Wbl over Branch carry?
About 1,635 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 82 Wbl over Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 82 Wbl over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.