US Bridges

SR 9 over Branch

Fair

Clay County, Alabama · 6.5 MI N Coosa CO Line · Structure no. 002663

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
49 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,756
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 9 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 9 over Branch in Clay County, Alabama. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 1,756 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,458 by 2042. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 9
CrossesBranch
Location6.5 MI N Coosa CO Line
RouteState Highway 9
CountyClay County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.17784, -85.94421
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.9 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,756 (2022)
Projected traffic2,458 by 2042
Trucks5%
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

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$715,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 9 over Branch built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 9 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does SR 9 over Branch carry?

About 1,756 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 9 over Branch?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns SR 9 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.