Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek
GoodOktibbeha County, Mississippi · Sec 36 T19N R15E · Structure no. SA5300000000152
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 100
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 100 vehicles a day, projected to reach 150 by 2032. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Watson Road over Bch of 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek carry?
About 100 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns Watson Road over Bch of Sand Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.