Cherokee #162 over Forney Branch

Fair Condition70 years old120 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyCherokee
Location0.4 Mi E Cherokee #45
CarriesCherokee #162
CrossesForney Branch
Coordinates34.10884, -85.49065

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Max Span33.1 ft (10.1 m)
Deck Width24.0 ft (7.3 m)
Deck Area73.7 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1956

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic120 (2020)
Truck Traffic5%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number005639

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