Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek
GoodSimpson County, Mississippi · Sec 21 T 1N R 5E B · Structure no. SA6400000000034
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 375 by 2040. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Athens Road over Branch of Sellers 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Athens Road over Branch of Sellers Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.