I 65 over I 565
FairLimestone County, Alabama · JCT I 65 & I 565 · Structure no. 010189
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 273 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,375
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 65 over I 565 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 65 over I 565 in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 17,375 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,013 by 2033. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 55 ft wide.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 I 65 over I 565 built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 65 over I 565 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 65 over I 565 carry?
About 17,375 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I 65 over I 565?
The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 136 ft (41.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns I 65 over I 565?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.