Bethel RD over I 65
FairMorgan County, Alabama · 2 MI N JCT I 65 & SR 36 · Structure no. 009540
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 350 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,965
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethel RD over I 65 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Bethel RD over I 65 in Morgan 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 6 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 1,965 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,560 by 2034. The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bethel RD over I 65 built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bethel RD 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Bethel RD over I 65 carry?
About 1,965 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bethel RD over I 65?
The structure is 350 ft (106.7 m) long with a longest span of 96 ft (29.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Bethel RD over I 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.