SR 26 over Alligator Creek
GoodPearl River County, Mississippi · 3.2 MI E I 59 · Structure no. 310002605502420
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 26 over Alligator Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 26 over Alligator Creek in Pearl River County, Mississippi. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,300 by 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.1 mi (63 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 26 over Alligator Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 26 over Alligator 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 26 over Alligator Creek carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 26 over Alligator Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 26 over Alligator Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.