US 80 over Potterchitto Creek
FairNewton County, Mississippi · 6.2 MI E I 20 · Structure no. 210008005110630
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Potterchitto Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 80 over Potterchitto Creek in Newton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,900 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
No coordinates are recorded for this structure.
Condition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over Potterchitto Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 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 US 80 over Potterchitto Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Potterchitto Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 80 over Potterchitto Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.