Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86)
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.0 MI W Cedar Cove · Structure no. 008157
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 311 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,837
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86) in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 3,837 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,756 by 2035. The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86) built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86) 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 2023.
How much traffic does Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86) carry?
About 3,837 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86)?
The structure is 311 ft (94.8 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Covered Brg RD over I-59 (exit 86)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.