US Bridges

I65 over Genetta Ditch

Fair

Montgomery County, Alabama · 0.1 Mi.S.Of Fairview Ave. · Structure no. 009283

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
74,830
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I65 over Genetta Ditch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying I65 over Genetta Ditch in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 74,830 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 94,804 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesI65
CrossesGenetta Ditch
Location0.1 Mi.S.Of Fairview Ave.
RouteInterstate 65
CountyMontgomery County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.35, -86.32333
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic74,830 (2013)
Projected traffic94,804 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$8.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I65 over Genetta Ditch built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is I65 over Genetta Ditch 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 2023.

How much traffic does I65 over Genetta Ditch carry?

About 74,830 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is I65 over Genetta Ditch?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I65 over Genetta Ditch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.