SR 9W over Sarter Creek
GoodLafayette County, Mississippi · 1.6 MI N SR 315 · Structure no. 310000943601480
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 9W over Sarter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 9W over Sarter Creek in Lafayette County, Mississippi. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 3,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,100 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 9W over Sarter Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 9W over Sarter 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 9W over Sarter Creek carry?
About 3,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 9W over Sarter Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 9W over Sarter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.