Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Howton · Structure no. 013068
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 267 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,158
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 6,158 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,091 by 2040. The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active carry?
About 6,158 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active?
The structure is 267 ft (81.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Al 216 over Abs RR (old L&n) Active?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.