County Route 56 over Branch
GoodMonroe County, Alabama · 1.0 Mi.S.E. Vredenburgh · Structure no. 004635
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 650
- 1993 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 56 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying County Route 56 over Branch in Monroe County, Alabama. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2028. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 County Route 56 over Branch built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 56 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 56 over Branch carry?
About 650 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is County Route 56 over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 56 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.