US 90 over Blackwater River
GoodBaldwin County, Alabama · 2.7 MI E of JCT SR 59 · Structure no. 012989
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 306 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,884
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 90 over Blackwater River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 90 over Blackwater River in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 6,884 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,326 by 2043. The structure is 306 ft (93.3 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 90 over Blackwater River built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 90 over Blackwater River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does US 90 over Blackwater River carry?
About 6,884 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 90 over Blackwater River?
The structure is 306 ft (93.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 90 over Blackwater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.