SR 43 over Panther Creek
FairAttala County, Mississippi · 17.9 MI N SR 12 · Structure no. 310004300425330
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 140
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over Panther Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 43 over Panther 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 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.8 mi (56 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over Panther Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 over Panther 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 43 over Panther Creek carry?
About 140 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over Panther Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 43 over Panther Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.