US 45 over Drinking Branch
GoodMobile County, Alabama · 4.2 MI N CO RD 63 · Structure no. 015543
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,480
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Drinking Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Drinking Branch in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 7,480 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,220 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 US 45 over Drinking Branch built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Drinking 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 US 45 over Drinking Branch carry?
About 7,480 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Drinking Branch?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns US 45 over Drinking Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.