US Bridges

SR 275 over Branch

Fair

Talladega County, Alabama · City of Talladega · Structure no. 014024

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
10,625
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 275 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 275 over Branch in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 10,625 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,875 by 2041. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 275
CrossesBranch
LocationCity of Talladega
RouteState Highway 275
CountyTalladega County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.43665, -86.13252
Functional classUrban 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2023
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length50 ft (15.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,625 (2021)
Projected traffic14,875 by 2041
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$2.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 275 over Branch built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 275 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 275 over Branch carry?

About 10,625 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 275 over Branch?

The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).

Who owns SR 275 over Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.