I 55 over Chestnut Creek
FairLincoln County, Mississippi · 2.2 MI S US 84 · Structure no. 11000550430352B
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Chestnut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Chestnut Creek in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 13,500 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Chestnut Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Chestnut 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 Chestnut Creek carry?
About 10,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Chestnut Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 55 over Chestnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.