US 49 over Big Swamp Creek
GoodPosted for loadCovington County, Mississippi · 0.2 MI S SR 590 · Structure no. 21000490160901A
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Big Swamp Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 49 over Big Swamp Creek in Covington County, Mississippi. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,500 by 2043. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 27 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Big Swamp Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Big Swamp 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 Big Swamp Creek carry?
About 10,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Big Swamp Creek?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over Big Swamp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.