New Africa Road over US 61
GoodCoahoma County, Mississippi · 1.8 MI S US 49 · Structure no. 410006101425660
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 371 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 920
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
New Africa Road over US 61 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New Africa Road over US 61 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 920 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 920 by 2043. The structure is 371 ft (113 m) long and 67 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New Africa Road over US 61 built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is New Africa Road over US 61 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does New Africa Road over US 61 carry?
About 920 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is New Africa Road over US 61?
The structure is 371 ft (113 m) long with a longest span of 114 ft (34.7 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns New Africa Road over US 61?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.