US Bridges

Bo Howard RD over Long Branch

FairPosted for load

Washington County, Alabama · Deer Head (43) · Structure no. 020499

Built
1965
60 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bo Howard RD over Long Branch is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bo Howard RD over Long Branch in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 10 by 2041. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long and 16 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesBo Howard RD
CrossesLong Branch
LocationDeer Head (43)
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.34193, -88.03282
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating20.1 US tons
Inventory rating14.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.5 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width14 ft (4.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2011)
Projected traffic10 by 2041
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$240,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bo Howard RD over Long Branch built?

It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bo Howard RD over Long 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Bo Howard RD over Long Branch carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is Bo Howard RD over Long Branch?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.5 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Bo Howard RD over Long Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.