Upper River RD over I 65
FairMorgan County, Alabama · 1 MI N JCT I 65 & SR 67 · Structure no. 009923
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 309 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,070
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Upper River RD over I 65 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Upper River RD over I 65 in Morgan County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,070 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,714 by 2034. The structure is 309 ft (94.2 m) long and 48 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Upper River RD over I 65 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upper River 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 Upper River RD over I 65 carry?
About 2,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Upper River RD over I 65?
The structure is 309 ft (94.2 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns Upper River RD over I 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.