US Bridges

CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch

Good

Greene County, Alabama · 1.0 MI W West Greene · Structure no. 019007

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
525
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch in Greene County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 525 vehicles a day, projected to reach 600 by 2031. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesCO RD 117
CrossesReeves Branch
Location1.0 MI W West Greene
RouteCounty Highway ?????
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.34528, -88.43
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating76.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic525 (2004)
Projected traffic600 by 2031
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 117 over Reeves 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch carry?

About 525 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 117 over Reeves Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.