Co RD 8 over Dismal Branch

Fair Condition71 years old140 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyFranklin
Location.8 Mi SW US 43 Co 8 Jct
CarriesCo RD 8
CrossesDismal Branch
Coordinates34.32772, -87.78156

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway4 (Poor)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialWood or Timber
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length46.9 ft (14.3 m)
Max Span15.1 ft (4.6 m)
Deck Width21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Deck Area94.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic140 (1986)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection225
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number005145

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