Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch
GoodPerry County, Mississippi · Sec 31 T 4N R10W B · Structure no. SA5600000000002
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch in Perry County, Mississippi. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 320 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch 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 Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Buck Creek Road over Gum Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.