US Bridges

SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R

Fair

Russell County, Alabama · 4.9 MI S Phenix City · Structure no. 014952

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
155 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,750
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 9,750 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,897 by 2033. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 165
CrossesNorfolk Southern R/R
Location4.9 MI S Phenix City
RouteState Highway 165
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.34202, -85.02189
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length155 ft (47.2 m)
Longest span55 ft (16.8 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.1 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,750 (2013)
Projected traffic11,897 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R carry?

About 9,750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R?

The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 55 ft (16.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns SR 165 over Norfolk Southern R/R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.