US 78 over SR 305
FairDeSoto County, Mississippi · US 78 over SR 305 · Structure no. 21000780170043B
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 273 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over SR 305 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 78 over SR 305 in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 5 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2043. The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over SR 305 built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 over SR 305 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 SR 305 carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over SR 305?
The structure is 273 ft (83.2 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over SR 305?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.