Bynum Exit over Branch
FairCalhoun County, Alabama · Bynum Exit Culvert · Structure no. 012813
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,057
- 2019 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bynum Exit over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bynum Exit 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 4,057 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,656 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bynum Exit over Branch built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bynum Exit 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Bynum Exit over Branch carry?
About 4,057 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Bynum Exit over Branch?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bynum Exit over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.