Bates School Road over West Branch
GoodAmite County, Mississippi · Sec 29 T 2N R 6E B · Structure no. SA0300000000089
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bates School Road over West Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bates School Road over West Branch in Amite County, Mississippi. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 320 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 Bates School Road over West Branch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bates School Road over West Branch 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 January 2023.
How much traffic does Bates School Road over West Branch carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bates School Road over West Branch?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Bates School Road over West Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.