Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59
FairJefferson County, Alabama · Arkadelphia Inter · Structure no. 009050
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 332 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,400
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59 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 20,400 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,541 by 2042. The structure is 332 ft (101.2 m) long and 82 ft wide.
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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 | 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 - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59 carry?
About 20,400 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59?
The structure is 332 ft (101.2 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 82 ft wide.
Who owns Al - 5 (us 78) over I - 20/59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.