US 29 over Bay Branch
GoodEscambia County, Alabama · 1.2 MI S CO RD 22 · Structure no. 014210
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,399
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Bay Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 over Bay Branch in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,399 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,099 by 2041. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29 over Bay Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 29 over Bay 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 US 29 over Bay Branch carry?
About 1,399 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Bay Branch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 29 over Bay Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.