Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek
FairUnion County, Mississippi · Sec 32 T 6S R 3E B · Structure no. SA7300000000032
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek in Union 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 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek carry?
About 3,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Damnation Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.