I 55 over Minnehaha Creek
GoodPike County, Mississippi · 1.5 MI N SR 48 · Structure no. 110005505701180
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Minnehaha Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Minnehaha Creek 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 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,000 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I 55 over Minnehaha Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 over Minnehaha 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does I 55 over Minnehaha Creek carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Minnehaha Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns I 55 over Minnehaha Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.