SR 21 over Sand Creek
GoodPosted for loadNoxubee County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI S SR 39 · Structure no. 310002105207530
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 610
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 21 over Sand Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 21 over Sand Creek in Noxubee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 610 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 610 by 2043. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.1 mi (50 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 21 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 21 over Sand 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 21 over Sand Creek carry?
About 610 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is SR 21 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SR 21 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.