SR 43 over White Sand Creek
GoodPosted for loadLawrence County, Mississippi · 2.3 MI N Jeff Davis Cl · Structure no. 310004303908750
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 292 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 510
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over White Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 43 over White Sand Creek in Lawrence County, Mississippi. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 510 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2043. The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over White Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 over White Sand 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 43 over White Sand Creek carry?
About 510 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over White Sand Creek?
The structure is 292 ft (89 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns SR 43 over White Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.