High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek
GoodTallahatchie County, Mississippi · Sec 19 T23N R 2E · Structure no. SA6800000000022
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 15 by 2035. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2015 count).
How long is High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns High Point Road over Ascalmore Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.