US Bridges

US 80 over Branch

Fair

Lee County, Alabama · 1.9 MI E Macon CO Line · Structure no. 002277

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,170
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Branch in Lee County, Alabama. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,170 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,837 by 2033. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 80
CrossesBranch
Location1.9 MI E Macon CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 80
CountyLee County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.43567, -85.40353
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating69.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,170 (2013)
Projected traffic2,837 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$523,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80 over Branch built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 80 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 80 over Branch carry?

About 2,170 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 80 over Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 80 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.