US Bridges

SR 47 over Branch

Good

Monroe County, Alabama · 0.9 Mi. W. of Monroeville · Structure no. 001255

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,680
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 47 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 47 over Branch in Monroe County, Alabama. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 2,680 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,429 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 47
CrossesBranch
Location0.9 Mi. W. of Monroeville
RouteState Highway 47
CountyMonroe County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.51573, -87.3535
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating78.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.3 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 traffic2,680 (2013)
Projected traffic3,429 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 47 over Branch built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 47 over 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does SR 47 over Branch carry?

About 2,680 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 47 over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 47 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.