CO Rt 427 over Branch
FairCoffee County, Alabama · 1.8 Mile N of Alberton · Structure no. 006189
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 432
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO Rt 427 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO Rt 427 over Branch in Coffee County, Alabama. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 432 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 475 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO Rt 427 over Branch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO Rt 427 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does CO Rt 427 over Branch carry?
About 432 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CO Rt 427 over Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO Rt 427 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.