Al 14 over Cahaba River
GoodPerry County, Alabama · 1.0 MI E JCT SR 175 · Structure no. 015155
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,576 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 981
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 14 over Cahaba River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 14 over Cahaba River in Perry County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 981 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,321 by 2041. The structure is 1,576 ft (480.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 14 over Cahaba River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 14 over Cahaba River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does Al 14 over Cahaba River carry?
About 981 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Al 14 over Cahaba River?
The structure is 1,576 ft (480.4 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 14 over Cahaba River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.