I - 59 South over Branch
FairSt. Clair County, Alabama · 6 MI N US 231 · Structure no. 007246
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,590
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I - 59 South over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I - 59 South 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 10,590 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,102 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I - 59 South over Branch built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I - 59 South 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I - 59 South over Branch carry?
About 10,590 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I - 59 South over Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I - 59 South over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.