US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary
GoodMadison County, Mississippi · Int SR 22 Alt & US 51 · Structure no. 210005104511920
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986 and reconstructed in 2012, so it is 39 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 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,300 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 51 over Bear Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.