US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 8.6 MI S US 98 · Structure no. 210004901805480
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959 and reconstructed in 2018, 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,000 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary 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 Tributary carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 49 over Walls Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.