CO Rt 63 over North River
FairFayette County, Alabama · 7.0 N of Berry · Structure no. 004550
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO Rt 63 over North River is a concrete culvert carrying CO Rt 63 over North River in Fayette County, Alabama. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 130 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 142 by 2030. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 CO Rt 63 over North River built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO Rt 63 over North River 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 CO Rt 63 over North River carry?
About 130 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is CO Rt 63 over North River?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).
Who owns CO Rt 63 over North River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.