CR 85 over Branch
FairJackson County, Alabama · 100' E US 72 · Structure no. 011686
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 565
- 1989 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 85 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CR 85 over Branch in Jackson County, Alabama. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 565 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 675 by 2039. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 CR 85 over Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 85 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 CR 85 over Branch carry?
About 565 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is CR 85 over Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns CR 85 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.