US 82 over Deer Creek
FairWashington County, Mississippi · 1.1 MI W US 61 · Structure no. 210008207601910
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 240 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Deer Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 82 over Deer Creek in Washington County, Mississippi. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 94 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 82 over Deer Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 82 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 82 over Deer Creek carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Deer Creek?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 94 ft wide.
Who owns US 82 over Deer Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.