SR 21 over Creek
GoodNewton County, Mississippi · 0.3 MI N Scott Cl · Structure no. 310002105101940
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 21 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 21 over Creek in Newton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,800 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,800 by 2043. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 21 over Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 21 over Creek 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR 21 over Creek carry?
About 2,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 21 over Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 21 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.