SR 442 over Jones Bayou
FairSunflower County, Mississippi · 5.6 MI W US 49W · Structure no. 310044206701100
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 380
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 442 over Jones Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SR 442 over Jones Bayou in Sunflower County, Mississippi. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 380 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 380 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 442 over Jones Bayou built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 442 over Jones 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 442 over Jones Bayou carry?
About 380 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 442 over Jones Bayou?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns SR 442 over Jones Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.