County Rt 49 over Bear Branch
GoodPickens County, Alabama · 2.0 MI W of JCT of SR 159 · Structure no. 009112
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Rt 49 over Bear Branch is a concrete culvert carrying County Rt 49 over Bear Branch in Pickens County, Alabama. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 49 over Bear Branch built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Rt 49 over Bear 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 49 over Bear Branch carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is County Rt 49 over Bear Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns County Rt 49 over Bear Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.