State Route 51 NB over Arden Way
FairSacramento County, California · 03-SAC-051-4.06R-SAC · Structure no. 24 0115R
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 108 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 127,000
- 2015 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
State Route 51 NB over Arden Way is a concrete continuous slab carrying State Route 51 NB over Arden Way in Sacramento County, California. It was built in 1954 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 71 years old, older than the California average of 54.8 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 127,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 196,000 by 2040. The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long and 133 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was State Route 51 NB over Arden Way built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is State Route 51 NB over Arden Way 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 2023.
How much traffic does State Route 51 NB over Arden Way carry?
About 127,000 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is State Route 51 NB over Arden Way?
The structure is 108 ft (32.8 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 133 ft wide.
Who owns State Route 51 NB over Arden Way?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.