CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch
GoodHouston County, Alabama · CO RD 105 to CO RD 91 · Structure no. 008491
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 1993 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older 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 375 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 97 over Hodges 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 97 over Hodges Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.