Central Firetower over Big Creek
GoodGeorge County, Mississippi · Sec 33 T 1S R 7W B · Structure no. SA2000000000073
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Central Firetower over Big Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Central Firetower over Big Creek in George County, Mississippi. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Central Firetower over Big Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Central Firetower over Big 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Central Firetower over Big Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Central Firetower over Big Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Central Firetower over Big Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.