I - 65 over Buck Ck
FairShelby County, Alabama · I 65 * Buck Ck · Structure no. 006488
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 57,460
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I - 65 over Buck Ck is a concrete culvert carrying I - 65 over Buck Ck in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 57,460 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 72,798 by 2041. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I - 65 over Buck Ck built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is I - 65 over Buck Ck 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 2023.
How much traffic does I - 65 over Buck Ck carry?
About 57,460 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is I - 65 over Buck Ck?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I - 65 over Buck Ck?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.