US Bridges

Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch

Fair

St. Clair County, Alabama · .2MI N Moody Cty Lm · Structure no. 003059

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
35 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,070
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch is a steel culvert carrying Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch in St. Clair County, Alabama. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 5 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 11,070 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,676 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesAl - 25 (us 411)
CrossesBranch
Location.2MI N Moody Cty Lm
RouteU.S. Route 411
CountySt. Clair County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.6194, -86.4558
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: 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 spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,070 (2024)
Projected traffic14,676 by 2044
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$498,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al - 25 (us 411) 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch carry?

About 11,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Al - 25 (us 411) over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.