US Bridges

CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch

Good

Chilton County, Alabama · CR76 1 Me Morning Star Ch · Structure no. 015064

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
420
1989 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 420 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 620 by 2029. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCR76 Morningstarrd
CrossesOtho Branch
LocationCR76 1 Me Morning Star Ch
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.80824, -86.67799
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating68.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width43 ft (13.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic420 (1989)
Projected traffic620 by 2029
Trucks1%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$563,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch carry?

About 420 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns CR76 Morningstarrd over Otho Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.