Route 0079 over Grays Creek
GoodBenton County, Mississippi · Sec 14 T 2S R 1W B · Structure no. SA0500000000010
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 44
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Route 0079 over Grays Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Route 0079 over Grays Creek in Benton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 44 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2045. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 Route 0079 over Grays Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Route 0079 over Grays 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Route 0079 over Grays Creek carry?
About 44 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Route 0079 over Grays Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Route 0079 over Grays Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.