I - 459 South over Shades Ck
Fair Condition44 years old26,365 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Jefferson |
| Location | I459 * Shades Ck |
| Carries | I - 459 South |
| Crosses | Shades Ck |
| Coordinates | 33.33528, -86.94792 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Fair |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Channel/Waterway | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 432.1 ft (131.7 m) |
| Max Span | 100.1 ft (30.5 m) |
| Deck Width | 42.7 ft (13 m) |
| Deck Area | 1712.1 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1982 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 26,365 (2024) |
| Truck Traffic | 20% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 624 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 012705 |