I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief
FairPike County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI N SR 568 · Structure no. 110005505700860
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief in Pike County, Mississippi. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns I 55 over Tangipahoa River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.