CO RD 797 over Red River Branch
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · 2 MI N CO Rt 140 T4 R10 · Structure no. 008757
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 72
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 797 over Red River Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 797 over Red River Branch in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 72 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 107 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 797 over Red River Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 797 over Red River 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD 797 over Red River Branch carry?
About 72 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 797 over Red River Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns CO RD 797 over Red River Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.