I - 59 North over Branch
FairSt. Clair County, Alabama · 2 MI S JCT US 231 · Structure no. 007237
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,585
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I - 59 North over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I - 59 North over Branch in St. Clair County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 10,585 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,096 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I - 59 North over Branch built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I - 59 North 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does I - 59 North over Branch carry?
About 10,585 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I - 59 North over Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I - 59 North over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.