Al 216 over Lake View
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.6 MI W of JCT I-59 · Structure no. 000557
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,270
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 216 over Lake View is a concrete culvert carrying Al 216 over Lake View in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 9,270 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,559 by 2045. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 216 over Lake View built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 216 over Lake View 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Al 216 over Lake View carry?
About 9,270 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 216 over Lake View?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 216 over Lake View?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.