Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch
GoodTalladega County, Alabama · Int Al 34 * Al 77 · Structure no. 016279
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,458
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 3,458 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,841 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 34 over Poorhouse 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch carry?
About 3,458 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 34 over Poorhouse Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.