US Bridges

Natures Way over Spring Branch

Good

Madison County, Alabama · 1 Mile West of Zerdt RD · Structure no. 019999

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
46 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
125
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Natures Way over Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Natures Way over Spring Branch in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger 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 125 vehicles a day, projected to reach 145 by 2045. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

CarriesNatures Way
CrossesSpring Branch
Location1 Mile West of Zerdt RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.66611, -86.73556
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating86 US tons
Inventory rating51.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125 (2025)
Projected traffic145 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$634,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Natures Way over Spring Branch built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Natures Way over Spring 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Natures Way over Spring Branch carry?

About 125 vehicles per day (2025 count).

How long is Natures Way over Spring Branch?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Natures Way over Spring Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.