US 31 over Bee Branch
FairEscambia County, Alabama · 0.2 MI S Conecuh CO Line · Structure no. 000468
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,878
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Bee Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over Bee Branch in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 3,878 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,817 by 2041. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 31 over Bee Branch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Bee 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 31 over Bee Branch carry?
About 3,878 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Bee Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 31 over Bee Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.