Al 69 over Carthage Branch
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Tusc/Hale Co. Line · Structure no. 013086
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,820
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 69 over Carthage Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Al 69 over Carthage Branch in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 97 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 12,820 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,664 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 69 over Carthage Branch built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Al 69 over Carthage 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Al 69 over Carthage Branch carry?
About 12,820 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 69 over Carthage Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 69 over Carthage Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.