SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou
GoodPosted for loadWashington County, Mississippi · 5.8 MI E US 61 · Structure no. 310043807601540
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 93 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 240
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou in Washington County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 240 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2043. The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 438 over Six Mile 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou carry?
About 240 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou?
The structure is 93 ft (28.3 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SR 438 over Six Mile Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.