SR 448 over Pistol Slough
GoodBolivar County, Mississippi · 7.3 MI E SR 1 · Structure no. 310044800600730
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 280
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 448 over Pistol Slough is a concrete culvert carrying SR 448 over Pistol Slough in Bolivar 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 280 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 280 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 448 over Pistol Slough built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 448 over Pistol Slough 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR 448 over Pistol Slough carry?
About 280 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 448 over Pistol Slough?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns SR 448 over Pistol Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.