US Bridges

I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · I 59 * Vanderbilt RD · Structure no. 010496

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
270 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
76,895
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 76,895 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 95,135 by 2044. The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long and 65 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI - 20/59 West
CrossesVanderbilt RD
LocationI 59 * Vanderbilt RD
RouteInterstate 20
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.53873, -86.79234
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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 inspectionJanuary 2024
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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating62.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length270 ft (82.3 m)
Longest span73 ft (22.3 m)
Deck width65 ft (19.8 m)
Roadway width62 ft (19 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic76,895 (2024)
Projected traffic95,135 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate 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$4.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD carry?

About 76,895 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD?

The structure is 270 ft (82.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 65 ft wide.

Who owns I - 20/59 West over Vanderbilt RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.