US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief
FairDeSoto County, Mississippi · 5.4 MI N Tunica Cl · Structure no. 21000610173163A
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,450
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 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 4,450 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,450 by 2043. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 45 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief carry?
About 4,450 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Johnson Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.