US Bridges

CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief

PoorPosted for load

Clarke County, Mississippi · Sec 4 T 2N R17E B · Structure no. SA1200000000063

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
120 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
410
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief in Clarke County, Mississippi. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 410 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 615 by 2044. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesCR 670 (linton Rd)
CrossesBucatunna Relief
LocationSec 4 T 2N R17E B
RouteCounty Highway 376
Coordinates32.04214, -88.56167
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourScour critical; extensive scour has occurred
Structural evaluation2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating6 US tons
Inventory rating4.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 15
Structure length120 ft (36.6 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic410 (2024)
Projected traffic615 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$358,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.

How much traffic does CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief carry?

About 410 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief?

The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns CR 670 (linton Rd) over Bucatunna Relief?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.