US 61 over Shankstown Creek
GoodJefferson County, Mississippi · 2.1 MI S SR 552 · Structure no. 21000610320732A
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 196 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Shankstown Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Shankstown Creek in Jefferson County, Mississippi. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2043. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Shankstown Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Shankstown 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 61 over Shankstown Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Shankstown Creek?
The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (33 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Shankstown Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.