Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 0.8 MI S Dickey Springs R · Structure no. 020413
- Built
- 2010
- 15 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,060
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,060 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,255 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch built?
It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.
What condition is Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch carry?
About 2,060 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch?
The structure is 47 ft (14.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Pocahontas Road over Clear Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.