US 51 over Birds Creek
FairPosted for loadMadison County, Mississippi · 4.7 MI S SR 17 · Structure no. 210005104513350
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 780
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Birds Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 51 over Birds Creek in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 780 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Birds Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Birds 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 51 over Birds Creek carry?
About 780 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Birds Creek?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns US 51 over Birds Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.