CO 4 over Branch
FairRussell County, Alabama · 3.4 MI E Rutherford · Structure no. 004278
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 1981 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO 4 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO 4 over Branch in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2030. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO 4 over Branch built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO 4 over Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does CO 4 over Branch carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (1981 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is CO 4 over Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO 4 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.