In 85 over Chestnut Street
FairMontgomery County, Alabama · 2.6 MI N of I65 · Structure no. 010205
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 409 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 109,830
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
In 85 over Chestnut Street is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying In 85 over Chestnut Street in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1970 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 55 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 109,830 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 144,752 by 2033. The structure is 409 ft (124.7 m) long and 151 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 In 85 over Chestnut Street built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is In 85 over Chestnut Street 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does In 85 over Chestnut Street carry?
About 109,830 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is In 85 over Chestnut Street?
The structure is 409 ft (124.7 m) long with a longest span of 82 ft (25 m) and a deck 151 ft wide.
Who owns In 85 over Chestnut Street?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.