I 55 over Perry Creek
FairGrenada County, Mississippi · 4.4 MI S SR 7 · Structure no. 110005502220140
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Perry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Perry Creek in Grenada County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 6 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2043. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 55 over Perry Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Perry 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does I 55 over Perry Creek carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Perry Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns I 55 over Perry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.