CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch
GoodLauderdale County, Alabama · 1 MI N of Int CO 14 · Structure no. 019636
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 95
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch in Lauderdale County, Alabama. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 95 vehicles a day, projected to reach 122 by 2031. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO Rt 121 over Bitter 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch carry?
About 95 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns CO Rt 121 over Bitter Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.