US Bridges

Al 5 over NS RR Active

Fair

Bibb County, Alabama · RR - Woodstock · Structure no. 005796

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
208 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
7,797
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 5 over NS RR Active is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 5 over NS RR Active in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 7,797 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,766 by 2041. The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 5
CrossesNS RR Active
LocationRR - Woodstock
RouteState Highway 5
CountyBibb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.2043, -87.15622
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.6 US tons
Inventory rating30.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadH 20
Structure length208 ft (63.4 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.1 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,797 (2021)
Projected traffic12,766 by 2041
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$1.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 5 over NS RR Active built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 5 over NS RR Active 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Al 5 over NS RR Active carry?

About 7,797 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Al 5 over NS RR Active?

The structure is 208 ft (63.4 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Al 5 over NS RR Active?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.