US Bridges

I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes

Good

Marion County, Alabama · 5.6 Miles E of US-43 · Structure no. 016070

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
100
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes is a concrete culvert carrying I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes in Marion 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 100 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 250 by 2040. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesI-22
CrossesOff-Ramp WB Lanes
Location5.6 Miles E of US-43
RouteInterstate 4
CountyMarion County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.0414, -87.8885
Functional classRural 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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic100 (2020)
Projected traffic250 by 2040
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$1.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes built?

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

What condition is I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes carry?

About 100 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns I-22 over Off-Ramp WB Lanes?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.