SR 59 over Magnolia River
FairBaldwin County, Alabama · 2.7 MI N JCT US 98 · Structure no. 012865
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,479
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Magnolia River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 59 over Magnolia River in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 89 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 25,479 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,219 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Frequently asked questions
When was SR 59 over Magnolia River built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is SR 59 over Magnolia River 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Magnolia River carry?
About 25,479 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Magnolia River?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 59 over Magnolia River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.