Al - 38 (us 280) over I - 459

Fair Condition46 years old53,280 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyJefferson
LocationUS 280 * I 459
CarriesAl - 38 (us 280)
CrossesI - 459
Coordinates33.44211, -86.72976

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Scour CriticalNot applicable

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length413.4 ft (126 m)
Max Span89.9 ft (27.4 m)
Deck Width124.7 ft (38 m)
Deck Area4,788 sq m
Main Spans5
Year Built1980 (reconstructed 2003)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic53,280 (2024)
Truck Traffic6%
Lanes On Bridge5
Lanes Under Bridge8

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection424
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number012382

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