CO 43 over Reese Branch
FairRussell County, Alabama · 6 MI S E Seale · Structure no. 008343
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 1981 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO 43 over Reese Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO 43 over Reese Branch in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO 43 over Reese Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO 43 over Reese 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does CO 43 over Reese Branch carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (1981 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is CO 43 over Reese Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns CO 43 over Reese Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.