Al 185 over I-65
FairButler County, Alabama · I-65 * Al 185 Int · Structure no. 016642
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 300 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,250
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 185 over I-65 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 185 over I-65 in Butler County, Alabama. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 6 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 11,250 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,864 by 2033. The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long and 71 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 185 over I-65 built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 185 over I-65 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Al 185 over I-65 carry?
About 11,250 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Al 185 over I-65?
The structure is 300 ft (91.4 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 71 ft wide.
Who owns Al 185 over I-65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.