Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So
FairJefferson County, Alabama · US 31 * 8 TH Ave So · Structure no. 009047
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 233 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 36,335
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 36,335 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 46,675 by 2044. The structure is 233 ft (71 m) long and 55 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So carry?
About 36,335 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So?
The structure is 233 ft (71 m) long with a longest span of 88 ft (26.8 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns Al - 3 North over 8 TH Ave So?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.