SR 13 over Branch
FairFranklin County, Alabama · 2 MI N JCT SR 13 & SR 24 · Structure no. 005480
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,230
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 13 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 13 over Branch in Franklin County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 17,230 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,133 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 SR 13 over Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 13 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 13 over Branch carry?
About 17,230 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 13 over Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 13 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.