US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5
FairDallas County, Alabama · 4.4 Mi. W. of Al 219 · Structure no. 018023
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 136 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,895
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5 in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 2,895 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,785 by 2033. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5 built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5 carry?
About 2,895 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 Wbl over Cahaba River Relief NO.5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.