CO 045 over Branch
GoodTalladega County, Alabama · 0.1 MI S Five Point · Structure no. 003770
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,490
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO 045 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO 045 over Branch in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older 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 1,490 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,980 by 2038. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO 045 over Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO 045 over Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does CO 045 over Branch carry?
About 1,490 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is CO 045 over Branch?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO 045 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.