US 80 over I-59
FairSumter County, Alabama · 2.0 MI W of Cuba · Structure no. 010545
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 395 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,670
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over I-59 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 80 over I-59 in Sumter County, Alabama. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,670 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,183 by 2033. The structure is 395 ft (120.4 m) long and 41 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over I-59 built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 over I-59 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 over I-59 carry?
About 1,670 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over I-59?
The structure is 395 ft (120.4 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 over I-59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.