US 49 over Mixons Creek
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 0.2 MI S I 59 · Structure no. 210004901807230
- Built
- 1995
- 30 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 168 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Mixons Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 49 over Mixons Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,000 by 2043. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 120 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Mixons Creek built?
It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Mixons 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 Mixons Creek carry?
About 29,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Mixons Creek?
The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 120 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over Mixons Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.