CO 61 over Gum Pond Branch
FairRussell County, Alabama · 6 MI S Phenix City · Structure no. 008384
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,350
- 1981 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO 61 over Gum Pond Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO 61 over Gum Pond 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 3,350 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,500 by 2030. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO 61 over Gum Pond Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO 61 over Gum Pond 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does CO 61 over Gum Pond Branch carry?
About 3,350 vehicles per day (1981 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is CO 61 over Gum Pond Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO 61 over Gum Pond Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.