US Bridges

Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR

FairPosted for load

Hinds County, Mississippi · Sec 22 T 6N R 1E · Structure no. SA2500000000226

Built
1969
56 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected November 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
168 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
7,100
2021 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR is a concrete channel beam carrying Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR in Hinds County, Mississippi. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 7,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,650 by 2043. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMayes ST
CrossesIll Central Gulf RR
LocationSec 22 T 6N R 1E
RouteCity Street 7254
Coordinates32.34485, -90.18207
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating6 US tons
Inventory rating3.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans7
Design loadHS 20
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width59 ft (18 m)
Roadway width51 ft (15.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,100 (2021)
Projected traffic10,650 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$327,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR built?

It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR carry?

About 7,100 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.

Who owns Mayes ST over Ill Central Gulf RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.