US Bridges

Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch

Good

Morgan County, Alabama · 1.1 MI East of Mt Zion RD · Structure no. 021836

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
710
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch in Morgan County, Alabama. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 710 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,098 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesNat Key RD
CrossesRobertson Branch
Location1.1 MI East of Mt Zion RD
RouteCounty Highway 1130
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.39306, -86.86299
Functional classRural Local

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating76.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic710 (2022)
Projected traffic1,098 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$460,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Nat Key RD over Robertson 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch carry?

About 710 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Nat Key RD over Robertson Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.