US 49 over Double Branch Creek
GoodCovington County, Mississippi · 0.9 MI S SR 589 · Structure no. 21000490160891A
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Double Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 49 over Double Branch Creek in Covington County, Mississippi. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Double Branch Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Double Branch Creek 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 49 over Double Branch Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Double Branch Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.6 m).
Who owns US 49 over Double Branch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.