US Bridges

Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br

Good

Limestone County, Alabama · SEC20 T1S R6W · Structure no. 007939

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
340
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br is a concrete culvert carrying Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 340 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2034. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesPersimmon Tree RD
CrossesBridgforth Br
LocationSEC20 T1S R6W
RouteCounty Highway 11
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.94958, -87.16983
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating59.2 US tons
Inventory rating35.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic340 (2014)
Projected traffic500 by 2034
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$337,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br carry?

About 340 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Persimmon Tree RD over Bridgforth Br?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.