Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 1.3 MI S of Moores Bridge · Structure no. 005645
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 272 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,582
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 5 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 2,582 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,231 by 2040. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief 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 Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief carry?
About 2,582 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief?
The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Al 171 over Sipsey River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.