US 51 over Creek
PoorPosted for loadPanola County, Mississippi · 1.3 MI N SR 315 · Structure no. 210005105425930
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 51 over Creek in Panola County, Mississippi. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 3 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 3,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,200 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does US 51 over Creek carry?
About 3,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 51 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.