US Bridges

Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch

Fair

Mobile County, Alabama · 0.1 MI W Wilmer Gtown RD · Structure no. 018864

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
58 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
12,910
2006 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch in Mobile 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 12,910 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,260 by 2026. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

Location

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CarriesFuture US 98/SR158
CrossesLong Branch
Location0.1 MI W Wilmer Gtown RD
RouteU.S. Route 98
CountyMobile County
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.83022, -88.35016
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,910 (2006)
Projected traffic23,260 by 2026
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$8.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch built?

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

What condition is Future US 98/SR158 over Long 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 2023.

How much traffic does Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch carry?

About 12,910 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Future US 98/SR158 over Long Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.