I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR
FairHinds County, Mississippi · 3.2 MI N JCT I 55 I 20 · Structure no. 11000550250963B
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 875 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 59,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR in Hinds County, Mississippi. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 5 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 59,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 64,500 by 2043. The structure is 875 ft (266.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR carry?
About 59,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR?
The structure is 875 ft (266.7 m) long with a longest span of 61 ft (18.6 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns I 55 over Laurel ST Abandoned RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.