US 61 over Hatcher Bayou
FairWarren County, Mississippi · 15.9 MI N Claiborne Cl · Structure no. 21000610751113A
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Hatcher Bayou is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Hatcher Bayou in Warren County, Mississippi. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2043. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 52 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 US 61 over Hatcher Bayou built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Hatcher 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 Hatcher Bayou carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Hatcher Bayou?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Hatcher Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.