I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+)
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 0.7 MI N of Warrior River · Structure no. 009876
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,944
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+) is a concrete tee beam carrying I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+) in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 25,944 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 42,512 by 2040. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+) built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+) 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+) carry?
About 25,944 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+)?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns I-59 over Warrior Rvr Rel (+)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.