SR 27 over Varnell Creek
GoodWalthall County, Mississippi · 9.1 MI N US 98 · Structure no. 310002707401830
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 830
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 27 over Varnell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 27 over Varnell Creek in Walthall County, Mississippi. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 830 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 830 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 27 over Varnell Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 27 over Varnell 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 SR 27 over Varnell Creek carry?
About 830 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is SR 27 over Varnell Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns SR 27 over Varnell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.