US Bridges

I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · I-20/59 / L Nolan Pkwy · Structure no. 014390

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
295 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
70,884
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 57 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 70,884 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 128,025 by 2045. The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long and 109 ft wide.

CarriesI - 20/59
CrossesLloyd Nolan Pkwy
LocationI-20/59 / L Nolan Pkwy
RouteInterstate 20
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.49617, -86.91073
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 inspectionFebruary 2025
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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length295 ft (89.9 m)
Longest span85 ft (25.9 m)
Deck width109 ft (33.2 m)
Roadway width109 ft (33.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic70,884 (2025)
Projected traffic128,025 by 2045
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
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$8.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy carry?

About 70,884 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy?

The structure is 295 ft (89.9 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.

Who owns I - 20/59 over Lloyd Nolan Pkwy?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.