Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Over I59 3.2 MI E US11 · Structure no. 008904
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 264 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,931
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5 in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 14,931 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,466 by 2041. The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5 carry?
About 14,931 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5?
The structure is 264 ft (80.5 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Al 216 over I-59 I-20 US-11 AL-5?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.