Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J
FairMontgomery County, Alabama · Bell St(old Al 108)* I-65 · Structure no. 009780
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 339 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,720
- 2003 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 9,720 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,707 by 2028. The structure is 339 ft (103.3 m) long and 62 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J 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 Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J carry?
About 9,720 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J?
The structure is 339 ft (103.3 m) long with a longest span of 107 ft (32.6 m) and a deck 62 ft wide.
Who owns Bell Street over I-65 and Ramps I and J?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.