US Bridges

Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · 10th Ave N * 36 TH · Structure no. 013018

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
12,200
2016 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 12,200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2036. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRich. Arr. Jr Blvd
CrossesBranch
Location10th Ave N * 36 TH
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.53571, -86.78847
Functional classUrban 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,200 (2016)
Projected traffic15,000 by 2036
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$949,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch carry?

About 12,200 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m).

Who owns Rich. Arr. Jr Blvd over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.