US Bridges

I65 Sbl over Stream

Fair

Autauga County, Alabama · 2.2 MI S of US 31 · Structure no. 010675

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,520
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 Sbl over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I65 Sbl over Stream in Autauga County, Alabama. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 19,520 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,730 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesI65 Sbl
CrossesStream
Location2.2 MI S of US 31
RouteInterstate 65
CountyAutauga County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.51675, -86.43344
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic19,520 (2013)
Projected traffic24,730 by 2033
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$2.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 Sbl over Stream built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 Sbl over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.

How much traffic does I65 Sbl over Stream carry?

About 19,520 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is I65 Sbl over Stream?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns I65 Sbl over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.