I59 over Branch
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · JCT I59 * SR35 · Structure no. 006440
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,322
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I59 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I59 over Branch in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 22,322 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,251 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long.
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 I59 over Branch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is I59 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 I59 over Branch carry?
About 22,322 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I59 over Branch?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I59 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.