County Rt 63 over Sanders Branch
GoodPickens County, Alabama · 12.2 MI East of Jctsr 14 · Structure no. 004905
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Rt 63 over Sanders Branch is a concrete culvert carrying County Rt 63 over Sanders Branch in Pickens County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 700 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Rt 63 over Sanders Branch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Rt 63 over Sanders 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does County Rt 63 over Sanders Branch carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County Rt 63 over Sanders Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns County Rt 63 over Sanders Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.