Polk Street over Stouts Bayou
GoodWarren County, Mississippi · Sec 29 T16N R 3E · Structure no. SA7500000000063
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Polk Street over Stouts Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Polk Street over Stouts Bayou in Warren County, Mississippi. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 990 by 2044. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Polk Street over Stouts Bayou built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Polk Street over Stouts Bayou 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Polk Street over Stouts Bayou carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Polk Street over Stouts Bayou?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns Polk Street over Stouts Bayou?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.