US Bridges

Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · US 280 * Lane Pk Ramp · Structure no. 008324

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
212 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,655
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 6,655 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,753 by 2043. The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesAl - 38 East
CrossesLane Park Ramp
LocationUS 280 * Lane Pk Ramp
RouteU.S. Route 280
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.48333, -86.78
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length212 ft (64.6 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.5 m)
Roadway width48 ft (14.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,655 (2023)
Projected traffic8,753 by 2043
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp carry?

About 6,655 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp?

The structure is 212 ft (64.6 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Al - 38 East over Lane Park Ramp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.