Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek
GoodOktibbeha County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T18N R15E B · Structure no. SA5300000000097
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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.
It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa 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 Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Artesia Road over Bch of Catalpa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.