Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou
GoodBolivar County, Mississippi · Sec 1 T20N R 6W · Structure no. SA0600000000002
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- Town / Township
- Town or Township Highway Agency
About this bridge
Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou in Bolivar County, Mississippi. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Martin Luther King over Porter 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns Martin Luther King over Porter Bayou?
It is owned by the Town or Township Highway Agency.