Cherokee #45 over Locust Branch

Fair Condition38 years old640 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyCherokee
Location0.3 Mi N Jct Co RT 16
CarriesCherokee #45
CrossesLocust Branch
Coordinates34.13431, -85.49516

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Max Span33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Width29.9 ft (9.1 m)
Deck Area91.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1988

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic640 (2020)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number014593

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