Shelby Street over Jones Bayou
FairBolivar County, Mississippi · Sec 21 T22N R 5W · Structure no. SA0600000000089
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2025 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shelby Street over Jones Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Shelby Street over Jones Bayou in Bolivar County, Mississippi. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,500 by 2045. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shelby Street over Jones Bayou built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shelby Street over Jones Bayou 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Shelby Street over Jones Bayou carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Shelby Street over Jones Bayou?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Shelby Street over Jones Bayou?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.