Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River
FairJefferson County, Alabama · Al 119 * Lil Cahabariver · Structure no. 001310
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,650
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River is a concrete slab carrying Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 7,650 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,043 by 2042. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long and 31 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River carry?
About 7,650 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Al - 119 over Little Cahaba River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.