AL-118 over Branch
GoodLamar County, Alabama · 0.8 MI W Marion CO Line · Structure no. 002051
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,320
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-118 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying AL-118 over Branch in Lamar County, Alabama. It was built in 1939 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 86 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,320 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,055 by 2038. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-118 over Branch built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is AL-118 over 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does AL-118 over Branch carry?
About 2,320 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is AL-118 over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns AL-118 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.