SR 43 over Zilpha Creek
GoodAttala County, Mississippi · 11.9 MI N SR 12 · Structure no. 310004300424820
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 270
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over Zilpha Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 43 over Zilpha Creek in Attala County, Mississippi. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 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 270 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over Zilpha Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 over Zilpha Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 43 over Zilpha Creek carry?
About 270 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over Zilpha Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 43 over Zilpha Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.