SR 44 over Black Creek
GoodPosted for loadLamar County, Mississippi · 2.7 MI E Marion Cl · Structure no. 310004403708370
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 44 over Black Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 44 over Black Creek in Lamar County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 44 over Black Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 44 over Black 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR 44 over Black Creek carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 44 over Black Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns SR 44 over Black Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.