FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek
FairPosted for loadDeKalb County, Alabama · 2.1MI S JCT SR 68 T9SR7E · Structure no. 003088
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 467 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,202
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,202 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,786 by 2044. The structure is 467 ft (142.4 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek carry?
About 1,202 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek?
The structure is 467 ft (142.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns FAS 06 CO RD 51 over Big Wills Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.