CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch
FairWashington County, Alabama · 1 MI West Burbank · Structure no. 009621
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 1992 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2041. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD No 8 over Gum 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 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (1992 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns CO RD No 8 over Gum Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.