US Bridges

US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch

Good

Houston County, Alabama · 1 Mi. E. SR.210 · Structure no. 011302

Built
1927
98 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,960
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 98 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 20,960 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,119 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84 MP 212.454
CrossesBranch
Location1 Mi. E. SR.210
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyHouston County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.21035, -85.35553
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating83.1 US tons
Inventory rating49.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,960 (2013)
Projected traffic28,119 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch built?

It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is US 84 MP 212.454 over 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 US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch carry?

About 20,960 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 84 MP 212.454 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.