I - 20/59 West over Al - 79

Fair Condition53 years old76,895 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyJefferson
LocationI 59 * Al 79
CarriesI - 20/59 West
CrossesAl - 79
Coordinates33.54790, -86.78040

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length168.0 ft (51.2 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width70.5 ft (21.5 m)
Deck Area1100.8 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1973

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic76,895 (2024)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge3
Lanes Under Bridge5

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection224
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number010862

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