US Bridges

CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck

Good

Russell County, Alabama · 1.8 MI E Hurtsboro · Structure no. 020094

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
35
2001 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck is a steel culvert carrying CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2028. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesCO RD 20
CrossesBranch Off Hursboro Ck
Location1.8 MI E Hurtsboro
RouteCounty Highway 20
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.24111, -85.40972
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span7 ft (2 m)
Deck width24 ft (7.3 m)
Roadway width20 ft (6.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (2001)
Projected traffic50 by 2028
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$314,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (2001 count).

How long is CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 20 over Branch Off Hursboro Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.