US 49 over Burton Creek
FairCovington County, Mississippi · 5.5 MI S SR 35 · Structure no. 21000490161004B
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 100 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Burton Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 49 over Burton Creek in Covington County, Mississippi. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 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 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,000 by 2043. The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 US 49 over Burton Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Burton Creek 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 49 over Burton Creek carry?
About 11,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Burton Creek?
The structure is 100 ft (30.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over Burton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.