I 55 over Gills Creek
FairLincoln County, Mississippi · 9.5 MI N Pike Cl · Structure no. 11000550430339A
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Gills Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Gills Creek in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,000 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 55 over Gills Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Gills Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does I 55 over Gills Creek carry?
About 10,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Gills Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns I 55 over Gills Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.