US 49 over Red Creek
GoodStone County, Mississippi · 4.9 MI S SR 26 · Structure no. 21000490660302B
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 480 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Red Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 49 over Red Creek in Stone 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 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,000 by 2043. The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Red Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over Red 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 49 over Red Creek carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Red Creek?
The structure is 480 ft (146.3 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over Red Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.