US 82 over Moorehead Bayou
FairSunflower County, Mississippi · 6.4 MI E US 49W · Structure no. 210008206704080
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Moorehead Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Moorehead Bayou in Sunflower County, Mississippi. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 over Moorehead Bayou built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 82 over Moorehead Bayou 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 82 over Moorehead Bayou carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Moorehead Bayou?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns US 82 over Moorehead Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.