US 61 over Deer Creek
FairWashington County, Mississippi · 0.3 MI S SR 12 · Structure no. 210006107617910
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 12 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Deer Creek is a concrete slab carrying US 61 over Deer Creek in Washington County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,900 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Deer Creek 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over Deer Creek carry?
About 1,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Deer Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns US 61 over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.