I 55 over Spring Branch
FairCopiah County, Mississippi · 0.6 MI S SR 27 · Structure no. 11000550150703A
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Spring Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Spring Branch in Copiah 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 5 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 55 over Spring Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Spring Branch 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does I 55 over Spring Branch carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Spring Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 55 over Spring Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.