US 411 over Branch
FairCherokee County, Alabama · 1.6 MI W JCT SR 25 * 68 · Structure no. 007378
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,626
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 411 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 411 over Branch in Cherokee 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 8,626 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,971 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 411 over Branch built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 411 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 411 over Branch carry?
About 8,626 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 411 over Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 411 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.