US 45 Sbl over I-65
FairMobile County, Alabama · JCT I-65 * US 45 · Structure no. 007674
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 299 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,054
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 Sbl over I-65 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 45 Sbl over I-65 in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 9,054 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,581 by 2043. The structure is 299 ft (91.1 m) long and 45 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 Sbl over I-65 built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 Sbl over I-65 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 Sbl over I-65 carry?
About 9,054 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 45 Sbl over I-65?
The structure is 299 ft (91.1 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 Sbl over I-65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.