AL-86 over Branch
GoodPickens County, Alabama · 2.0 MI W Carrollton · Structure no. 003318
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,909
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-86 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying AL-86 over Branch in Pickens County, Alabama. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 77 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 1,909 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,245 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-86 over Branch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is AL-86 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does AL-86 over Branch carry?
About 1,909 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is AL-86 over Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns AL-86 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.