Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek
FairForrest County, Mississippi · Sec 15 T 4N R13W · Structure no. SA1800000000140
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,300 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek carry?
About 7,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Edwards Street over Branch of Burketts Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.