Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2
FairDallas County, Alabama · 7.1 Mi.W.Of US 80 · Structure no. 011218
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,050
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2 is a concrete tee beam carrying Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2 in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 4,050 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,912 by 2033. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2 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 Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2 carry?
About 4,050 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Al 22 over Cahaba River Relief #2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.