SR 27 over Bear Creek
GoodHinds County, Mississippi · 3.8 MI N Copiah Cl · Structure no. 310002702509680
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 27 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 27 over Bear Creek in Hinds County, Mississippi. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,300 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 27 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 27 over Bear 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 27 over Bear Creek carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is SR 27 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns SR 27 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.