SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek
GoodGeorge County, Mississippi · 2.5 MI E Stone Cl · Structure no. 310002602006040
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek in George County, Mississippi. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 85.1 mi (137 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 26 over Sweetwater 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 26 over Sweetwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.