US 78 over Camp Creek
FairDeSoto County, Mississippi · 0.2 MI E SR 302 · Structure no. 210007801700280
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Camp Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 over Camp Creek in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 25,000 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,000 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Camp Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 over Camp Creek 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 78 over Camp Creek carry?
About 25,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Camp Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 78 over Camp Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.