SR 43 over Edwards Bayou
GoodHancock County, Mississippi · 0.6 MI N US 90 · Structure no. 310004302300060
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over Edwards Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SR 43 over Edwards Bayou in Hancock County, Mississippi. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over Edwards Bayou built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 over Edwards Bayou 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does SR 43 over Edwards Bayou carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over Edwards Bayou?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 43 over Edwards Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.