US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs
GoodPike County, Mississippi · 1.9 MI N US 98 West · Structure no. 210005105702460
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs in Pike 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 51 over Lake Dixie Springs?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.