SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou
GoodBolivar County, Mississippi · 2.5 MI S Coahoma Cl · Structure no. 310000100612180
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 370
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou in Bolivar County, Mississippi. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 370 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 370 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou carry?
About 370 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns SR 1 over Wilkes Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.