US Bridges

222 over Branch

Fair

Cullman County, Alabama · CR 222 · Structure no. 006764

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
101 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,200
1991 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

222 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying 222 over Branch in Cullman County, Alabama. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 76 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 5 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2035. The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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Carries222
CrossesBranch
LocationCR 222
RouteCounty Highway 22
CountyCullman County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.09411, -86.9457
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating73.9 US tons
Inventory rating44.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length101 ft (30.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,200 (1991)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2035
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 222 over Branch built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is 222 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does 222 over Branch carry?

About 2,200 vehicles per day (1991 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is 222 over Branch?

The structure is 101 ft (30.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns 222 over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.