Black RD over I 65
FairLimestone County, Alabama · 2.5 MI N JCT I 65 & SR 3 · Structure no. 008188
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 320 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,576
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Black RD over I 65 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Black RD over I 65 in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 1,576 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,411 by 2042. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Black RD over I 65 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Black RD over I 65 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Black RD over I 65 carry?
About 1,576 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Black RD over I 65?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Black RD over I 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.