US 31 over Poley Branch
FairConecuh County, Alabama · 1.5 MI N CO RD 24 · Structure no. 015726
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 567
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Poley Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over Poley Branch in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 567 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 851 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Poley Branch built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Poley 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does US 31 over Poley Branch carry?
About 567 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Poley Branch?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 31 over Poley Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.