Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek
GoodWilkinson County, Mississippi · Sec 40 T 1N R 1E B · Structure no. SA7900000000011
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek in Wilkinson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 170 by 2045. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Whitaker RD over Sharps Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.