Western Bypass over Black Warrior River
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Northport-Tuscaloosa · Structure no. 017328
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 961 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,104
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Private
- Private (other than railroad)
About this bridge
Western Bypass over Black Warrior River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Western Bypass over Black Warrior River in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 8,104 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,156 by 2044. The structure is 961 ft (292.9 m) long and 63 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Western Bypass over Black Warrior River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Western Bypass over Black Warrior River 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 2024.
How much traffic does Western Bypass over Black Warrior River carry?
About 8,104 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Western Bypass over Black Warrior River?
The structure is 961 ft (292.9 m) long with a longest span of 250 ft (76.2 m) and a deck 63 ft wide.
Who owns Western Bypass over Black Warrior River?
It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).