US 51 over Sawdust Creek
GoodPosted for loadLincoln County, Mississippi · 3.7 MI N Pike Cl · Structure no. 210005104302980
- Built
- 1933
- 92 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 98 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Sawdust Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 51 over Sawdust Creek in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2043. The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Sawdust Creek built?
It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Sawdust 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 51 over Sawdust Creek carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Sawdust Creek?
The structure is 98 ft (29.9 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns US 51 over Sawdust Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.