US Bridges

Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou

Fair

Adams County, Mississippi · Sec 4 T 6N R 3W B · Structure no. SA0100000000042

Built
1966
59 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,170
2023 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou in Adams County, Mississippi. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 4,170 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,255 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBeltline HWY
CrossesBullhead Bayou
LocationSec 4 T 6N R 3W B
RouteCounty Highway 126
Coordinates31.51351, -91.39569
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
Structure length32 ft (9.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,170 (2023)
Projected traffic6,255 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou built?

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.

What condition is Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou 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 2024.

How much traffic does Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou carry?

About 4,170 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou?

The structure is 32 ft (9.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Beltline HWY over Bullhead Bayou?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.