US 49 over Walls Creek
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 10.4 MI N SR 13 · Structure no. 21000490180525B
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Walls Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 49 over Walls Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2043. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 55.3 mi (89 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 Walls Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Walls 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 Walls Creek carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Walls Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over Walls Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.