I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2
FairJefferson County, Alabama · .5 Mi. No. Shades Creek · Structure no. 012709
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 170 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,365
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2 in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 26,365 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,336 by 2044. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2 built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2 carry?
About 26,365 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I - 459 South over Shades Ck Relief 2?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.