US Bridges

Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar

Good

Mobile County, Alabama · .07 KM W of Mcvay Drive · Structure no. 017177

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,526
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar is a concrete culvert carrying Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 1,526 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,289 by 2044. The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesBolling Brothers B
CrossesBoltons Branch Tributar
Location.07 KM W of Mcvay Drive
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMobile County
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.64987, -88.114
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating76.2 US tons
Inventory rating45.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length27 ft (8.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,526 (2024)
Projected traffic2,289 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$774,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar 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 2024.

How much traffic does Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar carry?

About 1,526 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar?

The structure is 27 ft (8.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Bolling Brothers B over Boltons Branch Tributar?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.