Al 25 over Branch
FairShelby County, Alabama · .1 Mi. No. Bear Creek · Structure no. 001232
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,080
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 25 over Branch is a steel culvert carrying Al 25 over Branch in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 1,080 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,432 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 25 over Branch built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 25 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Al 25 over Branch carry?
About 1,080 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Al 25 over Branch?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Al 25 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.