US Bridges

I 55 over Ellsey Branch

Good

Lincoln County, Mississippi · Lincoln/Copiah Cl · Structure no. 11000550430485B

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,500
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I 55 over Ellsey Branch is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Ellsey Branch 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 10,500 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,000 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI 55
CrossesEllsey Branch
LocationLincoln/Copiah Cl
RouteInterstate 55
Coordinates31.69866, -90.45052
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating63.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,500 (2023)
Projected traffic14,000 by 2043
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I 55 over Ellsey Branch built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is I 55 over Ellsey Branch 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does I 55 over Ellsey Branch carry?

About 10,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is I 55 over Ellsey Branch?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns I 55 over Ellsey Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.