I 55 over Channel
FairMadison County, Mississippi · 2.8 MI N SR 22 · Structure no. 110005504512060
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 26,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Channel is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Channel in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 5 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 26,000 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,000 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 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 Channel built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Channel 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 Channel carry?
About 26,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Channel?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I 55 over Channel?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.