SR 198 over Carter Creek
GoodPerry County, Mississippi · 0.7 MI E SR 15 · Structure no. 210009805618120
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 198 over Carter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 198 over Carter Creek in Perry County, Mississippi. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 198 over Carter Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 198 over Carter 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 198 over Carter Creek carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 198 over Carter Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 198 over Carter Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.