US Bridges

SR 255 over US 72; SR 2

Fair

Madison County, Alabama · JCT US 72 * SR 255 · Structure no. 009812

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete Continuous
Length
283 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
31,598
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 255 over US 72; SR 2 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying SR 255 over US 72; SR 2 in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 31,598 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 44,237 by 2043. The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long and 45 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSR 255
CrossesUS 72; SR 2
LocationJCT US 72 * SR 255
RouteState Highway 255
CountyMadison County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.74164, -86.66988
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.5 US tons
Inventory rating24.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length283 ft (86.3 m)
Longest span78 ft (23.8 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic31,598 (2023)
Projected traffic44,237 by 2043
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$3.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 255 over US 72; SR 2 built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 255 over US 72; SR 2 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 255 over US 72; SR 2 carry?

About 31,598 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR 255 over US 72; SR 2?

The structure is 283 ft (86.3 m) long with a longest span of 78 ft (23.8 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns SR 255 over US 72; SR 2?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.