US Bridges

Atlanta HWY over Branch

Fair

Montgomery County, Alabama · 0.85 MI W of Eastern Blvd · Structure no. 006748

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1960
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
32,590
1988 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Atlanta HWY over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Atlanta HWY over Branch in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1960, so it is 97 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 32,590 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 50,416 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAtlanta HWY
CrossesBranch
Location0.85 MI W of Eastern Blvd
RouteCity Street 0
CountyMontgomery County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.38167, -86.22456
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating53.4 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.6 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 traffic32,590 (1988)
Projected traffic50,416 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Atlanta HWY over Branch built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1960.

What condition is Atlanta HWY over 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 2024.

How much traffic does Atlanta HWY over Branch carry?

About 32,590 vehicles per day (1988 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Atlanta HWY over Branch?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Atlanta HWY over Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.