601 over Branch
FairCullman County, Alabama · CR 601 · Structure no. 007720
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 80
- 1991 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
601 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying 601 over Branch in Cullman County, Alabama. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 80 vehicles a day, projected to reach 120 by 2030. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 601 over Branch built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is 601 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 601 over Branch carry?
About 80 vehicles per day (1991 count).
How long is 601 over Branch?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns 601 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.