I 59 over Mixons Creek
GoodLamar County, Mississippi · Lamar/Forrest Cl · Structure no. 110005903706620
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 59 over Mixons Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 59 over Mixons Creek in Lamar County, Mississippi. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 49,000 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 62,000 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Mixons Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 59 over Mixons 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 Mixons Creek carry?
About 49,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is I 59 over Mixons Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns I 59 over Mixons Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.