Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · .05 MI No I-459 · Structure no. 014889
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old, rebuilt 2003
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 157 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 78,580
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1989 and reconstructed in 2003, so it is 36 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 78,580 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 103,361 by 2044. The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long and 128 ft wide.
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2003.
What condition is Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.
How much traffic does Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive carry?
About 78,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive?
The structure is 157 ft (47.9 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 128 ft wide.
Who owns Al - 38 (us 280) over Blue Lake Drive?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.