County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch
FairMonroe County, Alabama · .03 Mi. N.W. Uriah · Structure no. 005449
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 1993 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch is a concrete culvert carrying County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch in Monroe County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 6 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2033. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 3 over Butter Fork 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns County Route 3 over Butter Fork Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.