I 59 over Little Beaver Creek
GoodLamar County, Mississippi · 0.5 MI N SR 589 · Structure no. 110005903705160
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 59 over Little Beaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 59 over Little Beaver 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 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 59 over Little Beaver Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 59 over Little Beaver 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 Little Beaver Creek carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I 59 over Little Beaver Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I 59 over Little Beaver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.