Jones Road over Baptism Branch
FairChoctaw County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T18N R 9E · Structure no. SA1000000000057
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jones Road over Baptism Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Jones Road over Baptism Branch in Choctaw County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 75 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Jones Road over Baptism Branch built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jones Road over Baptism 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Jones Road over Baptism Branch carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Jones Road over Baptism Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Jones Road over Baptism Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.