The western terminus of the highway is at an intersection with SR 75 north of downtown Oneonta.

The eastern terminus of the highway is at an intersection with U.S. Route 278 (US 278) east of Walnut Grove.

SR 132 is a two-lane highway for its entire length.

Its main purpose is to lead motorists from Oneonta to Attalla and Gadsden without travelling via SR 75 or US 231 and Interstate 59 (I-59).

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