I 459 over Branch
FairJefferson County, Alabama · 0.2 Mi. S. Acton RD · Structure no. 012301
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 103,640
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 459 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I 459 over Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 103,640 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 131,045 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 459 over Branch built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 459 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I 459 over Branch carry?
About 103,640 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is I 459 over Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 459 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.