US Bridges

I - 65 South over Wisteria DR

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · I 65 * Wisteria DR · Structure no. 011765

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
280 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
59,055
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I - 65 South over Wisteria DR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I - 65 South over Wisteria DR in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 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 59,055 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 74,818 by 2044. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 72 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI - 65 South
CrossesWisteria DR
LocationI 65 * Wisteria DR
RouteInterstate 65
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.40704, -86.79517
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 inspectionJuly 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating78.3 US tons
Inventory rating46.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length280 ft (85.3 m)
Longest span110 ft (33.5 m)
Deck width72 ft (21.9 m)
Roadway width68 ft (20.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59,055 (2024)
Projected traffic74,818 by 2044
Trucks11%
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$5.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I - 65 South over Wisteria DR built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is I - 65 South over Wisteria DR 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 2024.

How much traffic does I - 65 South over Wisteria DR carry?

About 59,055 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I - 65 South over Wisteria DR?

The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.

Who owns I - 65 South over Wisteria DR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.