Max Luther DR over Branch
FairMadison County, Alabama · 602 Max Luther DR · Structure no. 007491
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,700
- 2025 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Max Luther DR over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Max Luther DR over Branch in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,980 by 2045. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 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 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 Max Luther DR over Branch built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Max Luther DR 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 Max Luther DR over Branch carry?
About 5,700 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Max Luther DR over Branch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Max Luther DR over Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.