Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River
FairSimpson County, Mississippi · Sec 29 T 2N R 4E · Structure no. SA6400000000081
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River is a concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 5 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2042. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Jupiter Road over Branch Into Strong River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.