SR 4 over Basket Creek
FairTate County, Mississippi · 3.1 MI E I 55 · Structure no. 310000406904360
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 4 over Basket Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4 over Basket Creek in Tate County, Mississippi. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 5 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 5,200 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,200 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 4 over Basket Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 4 over Basket Creek 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 4 over Basket Creek carry?
About 5,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 4 over Basket Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 4 over Basket Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.