New Africa RD over Sunflower River
FairCoahoma County, Mississippi · Sec 3 T25N R 4W B · Structure no. SA1400000000016
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 610
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
New Africa RD over Sunflower River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying New Africa RD over Sunflower River in Coahoma County, Mississippi. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 610 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 915 by 2043. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was New Africa RD over Sunflower River built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is New Africa RD over Sunflower River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does New Africa RD over Sunflower River carry?
About 610 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is New Africa RD over Sunflower River?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns New Africa RD over Sunflower River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.