US 80 over Chunky River
FairPosted for loadNewton County, Mississippi · 6.2 MI E SR 503 · Structure no. 210008005112250
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 534 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Chunky River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 80 over Chunky River in Newton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 96 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2043. The structure is 534 ft (162.8 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over Chunky River built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is US 80 over Chunky River 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 Chunky River carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Chunky River?
The structure is 534 ft (162.8 m) long with a longest span of 120 ft (36.6 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 over Chunky River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.