AL-171 over Branch
FairFayette County, Alabama · 0.5 MI N Brewer College · Structure no. 008943
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,221
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-171 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying AL-171 over Branch in Fayette County, Alabama. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 99 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 8,221 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,877 by 2042. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 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 AL-171 over Branch built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is AL-171 over 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does AL-171 over Branch carry?
About 8,221 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is AL-171 over Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns AL-171 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.