Al 17 over I-59
GoodSumter County, Alabama · 2.3 Mi. N. of York · Structure no. 011206
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 383 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,734
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 17 over I-59 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al 17 over I-59 in Sumter County, Alabama. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,734 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,335 by 2042. The structure is 383 ft (116.6 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 17 over I-59 built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 17 over I-59 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Al 17 over I-59 carry?
About 1,734 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is Al 17 over I-59?
The structure is 383 ft (116.6 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.
Who owns Al 17 over I-59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.