I 565 over Limestone Slough
FairLimestone County, Alabama · 2.9 MI E JCT I 565 & I 65 · Structure no. 014112
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 138 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,586
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 565 over Limestone Slough is a concrete tee beam carrying I 565 over Limestone Slough in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1965 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 60 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 1,586 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,089 by 2035. The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long and 31 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 565 over Limestone Slough built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is I 565 over Limestone Slough 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 565 over Limestone Slough carry?
About 1,586 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is I 565 over Limestone Slough?
The structure is 138 ft (42.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns I 565 over Limestone Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.