US 49W over Canal
GoodSunflower County, Mississippi · 1.2 MI N SR 442 East · Structure no. 210004946727540
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,600
- 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 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 3,600 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49W over Canal built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49W over Canal 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 49W over Canal carry?
About 3,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 49W over Canal?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m).
Who owns US 49W over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.