US Bridges

Easter Ferry over Branch

Good

Limestone County, Alabama · Sec 28 Tis R5W · Structure no. 005972

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,148
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Easter Ferry over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Easter Ferry over Branch in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 1,148 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,705 by 2034. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

Open in Google Maps
CarriesEaster Ferry
CrossesBranch
LocationSec 28 Tis R5W
RouteCounty Highway 65
CountyLimestone County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.93346, -87.06011
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating58.5 US tons
Inventory rating35.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,148 (2014)
Projected traffic1,705 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$454,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Easter Ferry over Branch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Easter Ferry 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 Easter Ferry over Branch carry?

About 1,148 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Easter Ferry over Branch?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Easter Ferry over Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.