US 61 over Sunflower River
GoodCoahoma County, Mississippi · 1.6 MI S US 49 · Structure no. 21000610142568A
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 542 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Sunflower River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Sunflower River in Coahoma County, Mississippi. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2043. The structure is 542 ft (165.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Sunflower River built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Sunflower River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over Sunflower River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Sunflower River?
The structure is 542 ft (165.3 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Sunflower River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.