Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch
FairCopiah County, Mississippi · Sec 33 T10N R 9E B · Structure no. SA1500000000181
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch in Copiah County, Mississippi. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 years old, older 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2048. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Monticello Rd. over Sardis 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Monticello Rd. over Sardis Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.