US 61 over Paces Bayou
FairWarren County, Mississippi · 10.4 MI N Claiborne Cl · Structure no. 21000610751061A
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 242 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Paces Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Paces Bayou in Warren County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2043. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Paces Bayou built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Paces Bayou 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 US 61 over Paces Bayou carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Paces Bayou?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Paces Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.