US 61 over Sunflower River
FairWarren County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI N SR 465 · Structure no. 210006107512790
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 510 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Sunflower River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 61 over Sunflower River in Warren County, Mississippi. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2043. The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 70.2 mi (113 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Sunflower River built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Sunflower River 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over Sunflower River carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Sunflower River?
The structure is 510 ft (155.4 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Sunflower River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.