649 over Branch
GoodCullman County, Alabama · CR 649 · Structure no. 009382
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 1991 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
649 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying 649 over Branch in Cullman County, Alabama. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 years old, older 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 110 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 165 by 2036. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 649 over Branch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is 649 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does 649 over Branch carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (1991 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 649 over Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns 649 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.