Al 185 over I-65
FairLowndes County, Alabama · Int. I-65 * Al 185 · Structure no. 009178
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 247 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,610
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 185 over I-65 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al 185 over I-65 in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 2,610 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,216 by 2033. The structure is 247 ft (75.3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 185 over I-65 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 185 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Al 185 over I-65 carry?
About 2,610 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Al 185 over I-65?
The structure is 247 ft (75.3 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Al 185 over I-65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.