SR 493 over Penders Creek
GoodKemper County, Mississippi · 2.4 MI S SR 16 · Structure no. 310049303502640
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 580
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 493 over Penders Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 493 over Penders Creek in Kemper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 580 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 580 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 493 over Penders Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 493 over Penders 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SR 493 over Penders Creek carry?
About 580 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 493 over Penders Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 493 over Penders Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.