US Bridges

I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6

Fair

Mobile County, Alabama · West Tunnel Interchange · Structure no. 010664

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
1,179 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
39,248
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6 in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 39,248 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 58,872 by 2042. The structure is 1,179 ft (359.4 m) long and 43 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesI-10 EB
CrossesCanal; Jackson; Ramp 6
LocationWest Tunnel Interchange
RouteInterstate 10
CountyMobile County
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.68297, -88.04246
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40 US tons
Inventory rating27.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+18 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,179 ft (359.4 m)
Longest span134 ft (40.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,248 (2022)
Projected traffic58,872 by 2042
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesOverpass structure at an interchange
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$11.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6 built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6 carry?

About 39,248 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6?

The structure is 1,179 ft (359.4 m) long with a longest span of 134 ft (40.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns I-10 EB over Canal; Jackson; Ramp 6?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.