CO RD 51 over I-59
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · CO Rt 51 Ovp MP 216.8 · Structure no. 008151
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 310 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,337
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 51 over I-59 is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying CO RD 51 over I-59 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 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 1,337 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,872 by 2042. The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long and 29 ft wide.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 51 over I-59 built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 51 over I-59 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 CO RD 51 over I-59 carry?
About 1,337 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 51 over I-59?
The structure is 310 ft (94.5 m) long with a longest span of 85 ft (25.9 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 51 over I-59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.