52nd ST N over Branch
FairJefferson County, Alabama · 52nd ST * 13th Ave N · Structure no. 002741
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2018 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
52nd ST N over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying 52nd ST N over Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2038. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 81 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 52nd ST N over Branch built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is 52nd ST N 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 52nd ST N over Branch carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is 52nd ST N over Branch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.6 m) and a deck 81 ft wide.
Who owns 52nd ST N over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.