Al 49 over I-85
FairMacon County, Alabama · I-85 AL.49 Int. · Structure no. 008004
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 310 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,540
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 49 over I-85 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al 49 over I-85 in Macon 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 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 1,540 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,887 by 2033. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 31 ft wide.
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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 | 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 49 over I-85 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 49 over I-85 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Al 49 over I-85 carry?
About 1,540 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 49 over I-85?
The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Al 49 over I-85?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.