US 49 over SR 26
GoodStone County, Mississippi · US 49 over SR 26 · Structure no. 21000490660348A
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 286 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over SR 26 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 49 over SR 26 in Stone County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 8,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,500 by 2043. The structure is 286 ft (87.2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over SR 26 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49 over SR 26 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 SR 26 carry?
About 8,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over SR 26?
The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 49 over SR 26?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.