US Bridges

I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · I 59 * 3 RD Ave N · Structure no. 011093

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
77,800
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, younger 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 77,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 96,255 by 2045. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long.

CarriesI - 59
CrossesWoodlawn Creek
LocationI 59 * 3 RD Ave N
RouteInterstate 59
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.54333, -86.74833
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic77,800 (2025)
Projected traffic96,255 by 2045
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$5.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek 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 2025.

How much traffic does I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek carry?

About 77,800 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I - 59 over Woodlawn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.