Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou
GoodHancock County, Mississippi · Sec 22 T 9S R15W B · Structure no. SA2300000000060
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou in Hancock County, Mississippi. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Lower Bay Rd. over 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns Old Lower Bay Rd. over Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.