AL-118 over Branch
FairLamar County, Alabama · Sulligent · Structure no. 005704
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1957
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,306
- 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 1926 and reconstructed in 1957, so it is 99 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 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 3,306 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,707 by 2040. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-118 over Branch built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1957.
What condition is AL-118 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does AL-118 over Branch carry?
About 3,306 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is AL-118 over Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns AL-118 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.