Winchester RD over Rice Branch
GoodMadison County, Alabama · 0.4 MI S CO RD 1453 · Structure no. 009819
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,900
- 1990 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Winchester RD over Rice Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Winchester RD over Rice 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 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 3,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,710 by 2035. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Winchester RD over Rice Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Winchester RD over Rice 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Winchester RD over Rice Branch carry?
About 3,900 vehicles per day (1990 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Winchester RD over Rice Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Winchester RD over Rice Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.