US Bridges

US 411 M.P.247.70 over Branch

Fair

Cherokee County, Alabama · 6 MI N JCT SR 9 * SR 25 · Structure no. 007380

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
74 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,323
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 411 M.P.247.70 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 411 M.P.247.70 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 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 4,323 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,052 by 2043. The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 411 M.P.247.70
CrossesBranch
Location6 MI N JCT SR 9 * SR 25
RouteU.S. Route 411
CountyCherokee County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.10808, -85.5851
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating78.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length74 ft (22.6 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 traffic4,323 (2023)
Projected traffic6,052 by 2043
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.2 mi (47 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 411 M.P.247.70 over Branch built?

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

What condition is US 411 M.P.247.70 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does US 411 M.P.247.70 over Branch carry?

About 4,323 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is US 411 M.P.247.70 over Branch?

The structure is 74 ft (22.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 411 M.P.247.70 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.