I 20 over Potterchitto Creek
FairNewton County, Mississippi · 7.3 MI E US 80 · Structure no. 110002005110860
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 20 over Potterchitto Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 20 over Potterchitto Creek in Newton 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 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 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 45% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2043. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 20 over Potterchitto Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 20 over Potterchitto 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does I 20 over Potterchitto Creek carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 45% are trucks.
How long is I 20 over Potterchitto Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns I 20 over Potterchitto Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.