SR 18 over Strong River
GoodRankin County, Mississippi · 2.1 MI E SR 13 · Structure no. 310001806109420
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 362 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 18 over Strong River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 18 over Strong River in Rankin County, Mississippi. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,100 by 2043. The structure is 362 ft (110.3 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 18 over Strong River built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 18 over Strong River 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 SR 18 over Strong River carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 18 over Strong River?
The structure is 362 ft (110.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns SR 18 over Strong River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.