Leach DR over Branch
FairJefferson County, Alabama · Leach DR * Churchhill DR · Structure no. 010123
- Built
- 1919
- 106 years old, rebuilt 1970
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Leach DR over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Leach DR over Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1919 and reconstructed in 1970, so it is 106 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2036. The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long and 112 ft wide. 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 | 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 Leach DR over Branch built?
It was built in 1919, making it 106 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1970.
What condition is Leach DR 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Leach DR over Branch carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Leach DR over Branch?
The structure is 61 ft (18.5 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.9 m) and a deck 112 ft wide.
Who owns Leach DR over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.