SR 35 over Branch
GoodDeKalb County, Alabama · In City of Ft Payne · Structure no. 009700
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 66 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,477
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 35 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 35 over Branch in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 21,477 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,068 by 2043. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long.
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 35 over Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 35 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does SR 35 over Branch carry?
About 21,477 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 35 over Branch?
The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 35 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.