US 98 over Sweetwater Creek
GoodWalthall County, Mississippi · 2.6 MI E Pike Cl · Structure no. 210009807409310
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 98 over Sweetwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 98 over Sweetwater Creek in Walthall County, Mississippi. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 8,100 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,400 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 98 over Sweetwater Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 98 over Sweetwater 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 98 over Sweetwater Creek carry?
About 8,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 98 over Sweetwater Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 98 over Sweetwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.