SR 540 over Harper Creek
GoodSimpson County, Mississippi · 3.4 MI E SR 469 · Structure no. 310054006400340
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 540 over Harper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 540 over Harper Creek in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 540 over Harper Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 540 over Harper 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 540 over Harper Creek carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 540 over Harper Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 540 over Harper Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.