US Bridges

New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · 2MI SE of Al HWY 269 · Structure no. 016465

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
60 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,586
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch is a steel culvert carrying New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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.

It carries about 1,586 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,175 by 2045. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesNew Mulga Loop RD
CrossesCamp Branch
Location2MI SE of Al HWY 269
RouteCounty Highway 125
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.51723, -86.95353
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length60 ft (18.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,586 (2025)
Projected traffic2,175 by 2045
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is New Mulga Loop RD over Camp 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch carry?

About 1,586 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch?

The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m).

Who owns New Mulga Loop RD over Camp Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.