US 31 over Thompson Branch
FairEscambia County, Alabama · 1.9 MI S US 29 · Structure no. 013568
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,981
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 31 over Thompson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over Thompson Branch in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 3,981 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,972 by 2042. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Thompson Branch built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 31 over Thompson 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 31 over Thompson Branch carry?
About 3,981 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 31 over Thompson Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 31 over Thompson Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.