Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek
GoodPosted for loadBenton County, Mississippi · Sec 19 T 5S R 1E B · Structure no. SA0500000000041
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 97 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 526
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek in Benton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 526 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2045. The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek carry?
About 526 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek?
The structure is 97 ft (29.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.
Who owns Old US-78 over Pechahalee Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.