Advent Circle over I - 59
FairJefferson County, Alabama · 3.5 MI N Cahaba River · Structure no. 009242
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 273 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Advent Circle over I - 59 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Advent Circle over I - 59 in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2043. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Advent Circle over I - 59 built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is Advent Circle 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Advent Circle over I - 59 carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Advent Circle over I - 59?
The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Advent Circle over I - 59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.