US 78 over Coldwater River
GoodDeSoto County, Mississippi · 2.4 MI W Marshall Cl · Structure no. 21000780170095B
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 410 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Coldwater River is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 78 over Coldwater River in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 1974 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 51 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 14,500 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,500 by 2043. The structure is 410 ft (125 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Coldwater River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is US 78 over Coldwater River 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 78 over Coldwater River carry?
About 14,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Coldwater River?
The structure is 410 ft (125 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 over Coldwater River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.