I 59 over Little Wills Ck
FairEtowah County, Alabama · 0.2 MI So US 11 · Structure no. 007547
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,381
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 59 over Little Wills Ck is a concrete culvert carrying I 59 over Little Wills Ck in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 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 8,381 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,734 by 2042. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 59 over Little Wills Ck built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 59 over Little Wills Ck 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does I 59 over Little Wills Ck carry?
About 8,381 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I 59 over Little Wills Ck?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I 59 over Little Wills Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.