CO RD 749 over Smith Branch
GoodDeKalb County, Alabama · 200FT N CO Rt 85 T6SR9E · Structure no. 007196
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 124
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 749 over Smith Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 749 over Smith 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 124 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 184 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 CO RD 749 over Smith Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 749 over Smith 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD 749 over Smith Branch carry?
About 124 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 749 over Smith Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO RD 749 over Smith Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.