SR 251 over I 65
FairLimestone County, Alabama · JCT I 65 & SR 251 · Structure no. 010106
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 289 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 251 over I 65 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 251 over I 65 in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,629 by 2033. The structure is 289 ft (88.1 m) long and 48 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 251 over I 65 built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 251 over I 65 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 SR 251 over I 65 carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is SR 251 over I 65?
The structure is 289 ft (88.1 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 48 ft wide.
Who owns SR 251 over I 65?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.