Airport Road over Riles Creek
GoodSimpson County, Mississippi · Sec 6 T10N R18W B · Structure no. SA6400000000114
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 170
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Airport Road over Riles Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Airport Road over Riles Creek in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 170 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 255 by 2042. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 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 Airport Road over Riles Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Airport Road over Riles 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Airport Road over Riles Creek carry?
About 170 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Airport Road over Riles Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns Airport Road over Riles Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.