South Jefferson S over Branch
FairLimestone County, Alabama · 0.1 MI South US 72 · Structure no. 014258
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,629
- 2007 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Jefferson S over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying South Jefferson S over Branch in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,629 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,226 by 2033. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Jefferson S over Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Jefferson S 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does South Jefferson S over Branch carry?
About 1,629 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is South Jefferson S over Branch?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns South Jefferson S over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.