US11 over Branch
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · 5.4 MI N JCT US 11*I59 · Structure no. 000338
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,442
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US11 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US11 over Branch in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1926, so it is 99 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 1,442 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,019 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US11 over Branch built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025.
What condition is US11 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US11 over Branch carry?
About 1,442 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US11 over Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US11 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.