HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch
FairMadison County, Alabama · HWY 53 @ Broglan Branch · Structure no. 009652
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 20,900 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,260 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 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 | 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 HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch carry?
About 20,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns HWY 53 Sparkman over Broglan Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.