US Bridges

Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr.

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Conecuh County, Alabama · 2 Mile West of Paul Al. · Structure no. 019949

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
35 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
100
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr. in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 174 by 2034. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesBucket Branch Rd.
CrossesBucket Branch Cr.
Location2 Mile West of Paul Al.
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.30619, -86.76402
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.9 US tons
Inventory rating29.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans1
Design loadUnknown
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.3 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (1995)
Projected traffic174 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$210,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr. built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr. 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr. carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (1995 count).

How long is Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr.?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Bucket Branch Rd. over Bucket Branch Cr.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.