SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR
GoodJefferson Davis County, Mississippi · 0.3 MI E Lawrence Cl · Structure no. 310004203300440
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR in Jefferson Davis County, Mississippi. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,200 by 2043. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns SR 42 over Middle Prong Silver CR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.