US 49 over Richland Creek
FairRankin County, Mississippi · 1.3 MI S I 20 · Structure no. 21000490611536B
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 340 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Richland Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 49 over Richland Creek in Rankin County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 23,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 26,000 by 2043. The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long and 72 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Richland Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Richland Creek 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 US 49 over Richland Creek carry?
About 23,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Richland Creek?
The structure is 340 ft (103.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 72 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over Richland Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.