US 72 over Wesley Branch
FairBenton County, Mississippi · 4.1 MI W Tippah Cl · Structure no. 210007200503100
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 72 over Wesley Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 72 over Wesley Branch in Benton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 years old, younger 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 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,600 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.2 mi (105 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 72 over Wesley Branch built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 72 over Wesley Branch 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 72 over Wesley Branch carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 72 over Wesley Branch?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US 72 over Wesley Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.