US Bridges

CO 32 over Adams Branch

Good

Russell County, Alabama · 2 4 S W Hugley · Structure no. 013641

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
400
1981 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO 32 over Adams Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying CO 32 over Adams Branch in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 450 by 2030. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesCO 32
CrossesAdams Branch
Location2 4 S W Hugley
RouteCounty Highway 32
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.40038, -85.25937
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating63.7 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic400 (1981)
Projected traffic450 by 2030
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$717,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CO 32 over Adams Branch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO 32 over Adams 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does CO 32 over Adams Branch carry?

About 400 vehicles per day (1981 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is CO 32 over Adams Branch?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns CO 32 over Adams Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.