Bates School Road over Small Branch
GoodAmite County, Mississippi · Sec 31 T 2N R 6E B · Structure no. SA0300000000090
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bates School Road over Small Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bates School Road over Small 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 8 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 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bates School Road over Small Branch built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bates School Road over Small 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 Small Branch carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bates School Road over Small Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bates School Road over Small Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.