US Bridges

Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch

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Conecuh County, Alabama · 4.7 MI SE of Range · Structure no. 021248

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
34 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
30
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch is a concrete continuous channel beam carrying Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 52 by 2034. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesLeaning Tree Rd.
CrossesBranch
Location4.7 MI SE of Range
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.26953, -87.17175
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than 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 alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating84.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.3 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (1995)
Projected traffic52 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$180,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is Leaning Tree Rd. 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (1995 count).

How long is Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Leaning Tree Rd. over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.