I 59 over Tom Creek
FairForrest County, Mississippi · 3.9 MI N Lamar Cl · Structure no. 11000590180572B
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 59 over Tom Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 59 over Tom Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,500 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 59 over Tom Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 59 over Tom 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does I 59 over Tom Creek carry?
About 10,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is I 59 over Tom Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 59 over Tom Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.