US Bridges

SR 17 over James Branch

Good

Choctaw County, Alabama · Toxey · Structure no. 010311

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,560
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 17 over James Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over James Branch in Choctaw County, Alabama. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,560 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,302 by 2033. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 17
CrossesJames Branch
LocationToxey
RouteState Highway 17
CountyChoctaw County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.91608, -88.30891
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.1 US tons
Inventory rating47.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,560 (2013)
Projected traffic3,302 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$724,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 17 over James Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 17 over James 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does SR 17 over James Branch carry?

About 2,560 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 17 over James Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SR 17 over James Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.