HWY 43 over Dry Creek
GoodLawrence County, Mississippi · Sec 28 T 7N R20W B · Structure no. SA3900000000105
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 43 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying HWY 43 over Dry Creek in Lawrence County, Mississippi. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 350 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2046. The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 HWY 43 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 43 over Dry 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does HWY 43 over Dry Creek carry?
About 350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is HWY 43 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.4 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns HWY 43 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.