US Bridges

2 MI N Al 202 over Branch

FairPosted for load

Calhoun County, Alabama · Gate 8 Rd. · Structure no. 013182

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
380
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

2 MI N Al 202 over Branch is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying 2 MI N Al 202 over Branch in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 380 vehicles a day, projected to reach 587 by 2044. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries2 MI N Al 202
CrossesBranch
LocationGate 8 Rd.
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyCalhoun County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.65809, -85.91102
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating40.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic380 (2022)
Projected traffic587 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$354,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2 MI N Al 202 over Branch built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2 MI N Al 202 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 2 MI N Al 202 over Branch carry?

About 380 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is 2 MI N Al 202 over Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns 2 MI N Al 202 over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.