US 49 over Gordons Creek
FairForrest County, Mississippi · 0.4 MI N US 11 · Structure no. 210004901806940
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 27,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Gordons Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 49 over Gordons Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1946 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 79 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 27,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,000 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Gordons Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 49 over Gordons 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 49 over Gordons Creek carry?
About 27,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Gordons Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 23 ft (7 m).
Who owns US 49 over Gordons Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.