US 51 over Lynch Creek
GoodHinds County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI N I 20 West Bound · Structure no. 210005102509560
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1969
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 86 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Lynch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 51 over Lynch Creek in Hinds County, Mississippi. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1969, so it is 69 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 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,100 by 2043. The structure is 86 ft (26.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Lynch Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1969.
What condition is US 51 over Lynch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 51 over Lynch Creek carry?
About 7,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Lynch Creek?
The structure is 86 ft (26.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns US 51 over Lynch Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.