I85 Sbl over Branch
GoodMacon County, Alabama · 4.46 Mi. N AL.186 · Structure no. 008604
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,690
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I85 Sbl over Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I85 Sbl over Branch in Macon 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 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 15,690 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,679 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I85 Sbl over Branch built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I85 Sbl 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does I85 Sbl over Branch carry?
About 15,690 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I85 Sbl over Branch?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I85 Sbl over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.