Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek
GoodPearl River County, Mississippi · Sec 9 T 2S R16W B · Structure no. SA5500000000030
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 890
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek in Pearl River County, Mississippi. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 890 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2045. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oakhill and Fords over Ripple 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek carry?
About 890 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Oakhill and Fords over Ripple Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.