SR 6 over Leeper Creek
GoodLee County, Mississippi · 10.3 MI S SR 178 · Structure no. 310000604113720
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 6 over Leeper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 6 over Leeper Creek in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 SR 6 over Leeper Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 6 over Leeper 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SR 6 over Leeper Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 6 over Leeper Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns SR 6 over Leeper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.