Al 77 over I 59
FairEtowah County, Alabama · Al 77 * I 59 · Structure no. 010073
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 310 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,210
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 77 over I 59 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al 77 over I 59 in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 12,210 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,094 by 2042. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 77 over I 59 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 77 over I 59 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Al 77 over I 59 carry?
About 12,210 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Al 77 over I 59?
The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 77 over I 59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.