US Bridges

Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch

Good

Lee County, Alabama · 2.4 MI N JCT SR 14 · Structure no. 010112

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,090
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch in Lee County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 17,090 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,179 by 2033. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesAl 147 / Al 267
CrossesBranch
Location2.4 MI N JCT SR 14
RouteState Highway 147
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.63614, -85.48878
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,090 (2013)
Projected traffic24,179 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 147 / Al 267 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch carry?

About 17,090 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns Al 147 / Al 267 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.