US Bridges

George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch

Good

Pike County, Alabama · City of Troy · Structure no. 003993

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,000
2019 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch is a concrete culvert carrying George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch in Pike County, Alabama. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 3,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2039. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesGeorge Wallace DR
CrossesPersimmon Branch
LocationCity of Troy
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.805, -85.95
Functional classUrban Collector

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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 10
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic3,000 (2019)
Projected traffic3,000 by 2039
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$640,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is George Wallace DR over Persimmon 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch carry?

About 3,000 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns George Wallace DR over Persimmon Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.