US Bridges

Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek

Fair

Butler County, Alabama · 1.2 Mi.W.Bethel Church · Structure no. 007435

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
145
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek is a concrete culvert carrying Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek in Butler County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 145 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 220 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesCr. 60
CrossesBranch of Three Runcreek
Location1.2 Mi.W.Bethel Church
RouteCounty Highway 60
CountyButler County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.9529, -86.48225
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating54.1 US tons
Inventory rating32.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 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 traffic145 (2018)
Projected traffic220 by 2040
Trucks28%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$365,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek 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 2024.

How much traffic does Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek carry?

About 145 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.

How long is Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Cr. 60 over Branch of Three Runcreek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.