US Bridges

Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch

Good

Benton County, Mississippi · Sec 1 T 5S R 1W B · Structure no. SA0500000000039

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
268
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch in Benton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 268 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesBeck Springs RD
CrossesBrady Branch
LocationSec 1 T 5S R 1W B
RouteCounty Highway 2912
Coordinates34.67389, -89.25361
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating59.1 US tons
Inventory rating35.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic268 (2024)
Projected traffic390 by 2043
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Beck Springs RD over Brady 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch carry?

About 268 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Beck Springs RD over Brady Branch?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.