US Bridges

SR 41 over Cobb Branch

Good

Escambia County, Alabama · 1.9 MI S CO RD 55 · Structure no. 002835

Built
1945
80 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,063
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 41 over Cobb Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 41 over Cobb Branch in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 3,063 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,595 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 41
CrossesCobb Branch
Location1.9 MI S CO RD 55
RouteState Highway 41
CountyEscambia County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.03352, -87.04969
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87 US tons
Inventory rating52.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,063 (2021)
Projected traffic4,595 by 2041
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 41 over Cobb Branch built?

It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 41 over Cobb 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 41 over Cobb Branch carry?

About 3,063 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 41 over Cobb Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 41 over Cobb Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.