I 55 over Bear Creek
FairMadison County, Mississippi · 1.6 MI N SR 463 · Structure no. 11000550451089B
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Bear Creek in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 31,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,500 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 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 Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Bear 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does I 55 over Bear Creek carry?
About 31,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns I 55 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.