I 59 over Myers Bay Creek
GoodLamar County, Mississippi · 6.8 MI N SR 13 · Structure no. 11000590370480A
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 59 over Myers Bay Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 59 over Myers Bay Creek in Lamar 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 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 32% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,500 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I 59 over Myers Bay Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 59 over Myers Bay 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does I 59 over Myers Bay Creek carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 32% are trucks.
How long is I 59 over Myers Bay Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns I 59 over Myers Bay Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.