I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+)
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 0.3 MI S JCT I-359 · Structure no. 010183
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 305 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,450
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+) is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+) in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 34,450 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 56,450 by 2041. The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long and 55 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+) built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.
How much traffic does I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+) carry?
About 34,450 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+)?
The structure is 305 ft (93 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns I-59 over Abs Rr* Reese Phifer (+)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.