US 98 over Cotton Creek
PoorFranklin County, Mississippi · 10.2 MI E SR 184 · Structure no. 210009801905410
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 98 over Cotton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 98 over Cotton Creek in Franklin County, Mississippi. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,300 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 98 over Cotton Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 98 over Cotton Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does US 98 over Cotton Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 98 over Cotton Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US 98 over Cotton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.