I-59 over Black Warrior River(-)

Fair Condition55 years old13,235 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyTuscaloosa
Location9.5 Mi S Of Tuscaloosa
CarriesI-59
CrossesBlack Warrior River(-)
Coordinates33.11357, -87.65531

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignGirder and Floorbeam
Total Length2271.3 ft (692.3 m)
Max Span259.8 ft (79.2 m)
Deck Width43.3 ft (13.2 m)
Deck Area9138.4 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1971

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic13,235 (2013)
Truck Traffic35%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number010501

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