CO Rt 249 over Branch
GoodCoffee County, Alabama · 3.1 Miles Northeastofelba · Structure no. 014721
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO Rt 249 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO Rt 249 over Branch in Coffee County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 525 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO Rt 249 over Branch built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO Rt 249 over 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does CO Rt 249 over Branch carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is CO Rt 249 over Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO Rt 249 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.