Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek
GoodCopiah County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T10N R 7E B · Structure no. SA1500000000159
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek in Copiah County, Mississippi. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 110 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 230 by 2047. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smyrna Road over Dunking 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Smyrna Road over Dunking Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.