SR 13 over Branch
GoodColbert County, Alabama · 5 MI S JCT SR 13 & SR 2 · Structure no. 004566
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,650
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 13 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 13 over Branch in Colbert County, Alabama. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 12,650 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,250 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 SR 13 over Branch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 13 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 13 over Branch carry?
About 12,650 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 13 over Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 13 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.