US Bridges

Al 51 over Stream

Fair

Bullock County, Alabama · 0.1 Mi. S of Russell Co. · Structure no. 015192

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 51 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al 51 over Stream in Bullock County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,511 by 2033. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 51
CrossesStream
Location0.1 Mi. S of Russell Co.
RouteState Highway 51
CountyBullock County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.23432, -85.43614
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating84.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2013)
Projected traffic1,511 by 2033
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.1 mi (42 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$608,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 51 over Stream built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 51 over Stream 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Al 51 over Stream carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Al 51 over Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Al 51 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.