Forrest ST over I 65
FairLimestone County, Alabama · 1 M N JCT SR 2 & I 65 · Structure no. 009916
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 309 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,128
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Forrest ST over I 65 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Forrest ST over I 65 in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 11,128 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,866 by 2034. The structure is 309 ft (94.2 m) long and 48 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 Forrest ST over I 65 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Forrest ST 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 Forrest ST over I 65 carry?
About 11,128 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Forrest ST over I 65?
The structure is 309 ft (94.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Forrest ST over I 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.