I - 65 North over Cahaba River

Fair Condition48 years old56,815 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyShelby
LocationI 65 * Cahaba River
CarriesI - 65 North
CrossesCahaba River
Coordinates33.36980, -86.77750

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length702.8 ft (214.2 m)
Max Span101.7 ft (31 m)
Deck Width59.1 ft (18 m)
Deck Area3855.6 sq m
Main Spans7
Year Built1978

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic56,815 (2024)
Truck Traffic13%
Lanes On Bridge3

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection924
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number011934

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