I 55 over Bogue Chitto River
GoodLincoln County, Mississippi · 0.2 MI N US 84 · Structure no. 11000550430377A
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 360 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Bogue Chitto River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I 55 over Bogue Chitto River 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 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 12,500 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,500 by 2043. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 55 over Bogue Chitto River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Bogue Chitto River 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does I 55 over Bogue Chitto River carry?
About 12,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Bogue Chitto River?
The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns I 55 over Bogue Chitto River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.