US 49W over Canal
FairSunflower County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI S SR 442 East · Structure no. 210004946727340
- Built
- 1934
- 91 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49W over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying US 49W over Canal in Sunflower County, Mississippi. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 6 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,900 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49W over Canal built?
It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49W over Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 49W over Canal carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 49W over Canal?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 49W over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.