US Bridges

I-65 over CSX RR Active (+)

Fair

Chilton County, Alabama · 0.2 MI S JCT US 31 · Structure no. 006790

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
147 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
39,242
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-65 over CSX RR Active (+) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I-65 over CSX RR Active (+) in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 39,242 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,303 by 2041. The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-65
CrossesCSX RR Active (+)
Location0.2 MI S JCT US 31
RouteInterstate 65
CountyChilton County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.79845, -86.57887
Functional classRural 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.7 US tons
Inventory rating31.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length147 ft (44.8 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,242 (2021)
Projected traffic64,303 by 2041
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-65 over CSX RR Active (+) built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-65 over CSX 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does I-65 over CSX RR Active (+) carry?

About 39,242 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is I-65 over CSX RR Active (+)?

The structure is 147 ft (44.8 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns I-65 over CSX RR Active (+)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.