US Bridges

2nd Ave. North over Branch

FairPosted for load

Jefferson County, Alabama · 2nd Ave. * 6th St. · Structure no. 000149

Built
1920
105 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

2nd Ave. North over Branch is a concrete slab carrying 2nd Ave. North over Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2038. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries2nd Ave. North
CrossesBranch
Location2nd Ave. * 6th St.
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.50601, -86.82663
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.1 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,500 (2018)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2038
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$738,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 2nd Ave. North over Branch built?

It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.

What condition is 2nd Ave. North 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does 2nd Ave. North over Branch carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is 2nd Ave. North over Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.1 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns 2nd Ave. North over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.