US 72; Al 2 over I565
FairMadison County, Alabama · U.S. 72 and I565 · Structure no. 017450
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 452 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,446
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 72; Al 2 over I565 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 72; Al 2 over I565 in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 4,446 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,224 by 2042. The structure is 452 ft (137.8 m) long and 38 ft wide.
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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 72; Al 2 over I565 built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 72; Al 2 over I565 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 72; Al 2 over I565 carry?
About 4,446 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 72; Al 2 over I565?
The structure is 452 ft (137.8 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns US 72; Al 2 over I565?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.