SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough
GoodOwyhee County, Idaho · 1.0 W. Bruneau · Structure no. 000000000014540
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough in Owyhee County, Idaho. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 years old, older than the Idaho average of 45.3 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,250 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns SH 51 over West Bruneau Rvr Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.