US 80 over Branch
PoorLowndes County, Alabama · 5.6 Mi.E.Of Dallas CO Lin · Structure no. 010829
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1973
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,950
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 80 over Branch in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1973, so it is 100 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 7,950 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,395 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over Branch built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1973.
What condition is US 80 over Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 over Branch carry?
About 7,950 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Branch?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 80 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.