SR 99 over Branch
FairLimestone County, Alabama · 2 MI W JCT SR 99 & SR 3 · Structure no. 008851
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,880
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 99 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 99 over Branch in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 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 6,880 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,266 by 2033. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 99 over Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 99 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 99 over Branch carry?
About 6,880 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR 99 over Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 99 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.