SR 9 over Oak Creek
GoodPontotoc County, Mississippi · 0.2 MI S US 78 · Structure no. 310000905809750
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 9 over Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 9 over Oak Creek in Pontotoc County, Mississippi. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,200 by 2043. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 SR 9 over Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 9 over Oak 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 9 over Oak Creek carry?
About 6,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 9 over Oak Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 9 over Oak Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.