US Bridges

CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala

FairPosted for load

Dallas County, Alabama · 0.3 MI W CR 31 · Structure no. 012931

Built
1983
42 years old, rebuilt 1992
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
58 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
25
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1983 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 42 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 25 vehicles a day, projected to reach 60 by 2042. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 100 mi (161 km).

Location

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CarriesCR # 949
CrossesBranch Off of Ala
Location0.3 MI W CR 31
RouteCounty Highway 949
CountyDallas County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.18695, -87.19265
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating25.7 US tons
Inventory rating18.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3 (+1 approach)
Design loadUnknown
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width20 ft (6.1 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic25 (2012)
Projected traffic60 by 2042
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed100 mi (161 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$373,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.

What condition is CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala carry?

About 25 vehicles per day (2012 count).

How long is CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.

Who owns CR # 949 over Branch Off of Ala?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.