SR 42 over Reese Creek
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 5.5 MI E US 11 · Structure no. 310004201806660
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 42 over Reese Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 42 over Reese Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 16,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,000 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.1 mi (79 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 SR 42 over Reese Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 42 over Reese 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 SR 42 over Reese Creek carry?
About 16,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is SR 42 over Reese Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns SR 42 over Reese Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.