US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 2.5 MI N SR 13 · Structure no. 21000490180447A
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old, rebuilt 2020
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 2020, so it is 91 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.
It carries about 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,000 by 2043. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2020.
What condition is US 49 over Beaver Dam 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US 49 over Beaver Dam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.