US Bridges

R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue

Good

Madison County, Alabama · 3.4 MI E JCT I565 * SR 53 · Structure no. 015958

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
527 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
4,998
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 4,998 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,997 by 2041. The structure is 527 ft (160.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesR2-0 W to Oakwood
CrossesHalsey Avenue
Location3.4 MI E JCT I565 * SR 53
RouteInterstate 565
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.74667, -86.585
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.6 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length527 ft (160.6 m)
Longest span97 ft (29.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.5 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,998 (2021)
Projected traffic6,997 by 2041
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue carry?

About 4,998 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue?

The structure is 527 ft (160.6 m) long with a longest span of 97 ft (29.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns R2-0 W to Oakwood over Halsey Avenue?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.