River Road over I 59
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 1.5 MI N US 49 · Structure no. 410005901806820
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 229 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 890
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over I 59 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying River Road over I 59 in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 890 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,100 by 2043. The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over I 59 built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over I 59 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does River Road over I 59 carry?
About 890 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is River Road over I 59?
The structure is 229 ft (69.8 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns River Road over I 59?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.