I-59 over Mush Creek
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · 5 MI N JCT SR 68 * I59 · Structure no. 008146
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,453
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-59 over Mush Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-59 over Mush Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.
It carries about 17,453 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,434 by 2042. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-59 over Mush Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-59 over Mush 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I-59 over Mush Creek carry?
About 17,453 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is I-59 over Mush Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I-59 over Mush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.