Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65
GoodShelby County, Alabama · Al - 3 / I - 65 Calera · Structure no. 021082
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,566
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65 in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 20,566 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 33,699 by 2044. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 110 ft wide.
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65 built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65 carry?
About 20,566 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 110 ft wide.
Who owns Al - 3 (us 31) over I - 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.