I59 over Branch
GoodDeKalb County, Alabama · 1.3 MI N JCT I59*CORT 140 · Structure no. 006775
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,453
- 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 1960, so it is 65 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 14,453 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,234 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I59 over Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I59 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I59 over Branch carry?
About 14,453 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is I59 over Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I59 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.