US Bridges

Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch

Fair

Calhoun County, Alabama · Bynum-Leath RD · Structure no. 012797

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
10,087
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 5 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 10,087 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,562 by 2044. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesBynum-Leath Rd.
CrossesBranch
LocationBynum-Leath RD
RouteCounty Highway 47
CountyCalhoun County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.64418, -85.90943
Functional classRural Major 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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,087 (2016)
Projected traffic17,562 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$4.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bynum-Leath Rd. 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch carry?

About 10,087 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bynum-Leath Rd. over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.