SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek
GoodJefferson Davis County, Mississippi · 1.7 MI E Lawrence Cl · Structure no. 310004203300570
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 320 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek 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 320 ft (97.5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 42 over East Prong Silver 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek carry?
About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek?
The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns SR 42 over East Prong Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.