US Bridges

US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch

Fair

Covington County, Alabama · 250 Ft. South CO RD 20 · Structure no. 010831

Built
1929
96 years old, rebuilt 1973
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,770
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 96 years old, older 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 2,770 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,775 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 331 MP 12.309
CrossesBranch
Location250 Ft. South CO RD 20
RouteU.S. Route 331
CountyCovington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.16081, -86.29116
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,770 (2013)
Projected traffic3,775 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$432,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.

What condition is US 331 MP 12.309 over 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch carry?

About 2,770 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 331 MP 12.309 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.