US 49E over Martin Creek
FairYazoo County, Mississippi · 1.4 MI N US 49W · Structure no. 210004928220470
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49E over Martin Creek is a concrete continuous slab carrying US 49E over Martin Creek in Yazoo County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 6 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,900 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49E over Martin Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 49E over Martin 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 49E over Martin Creek carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 49E over Martin Creek?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 49E over Martin Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.