US 11 over Leaf River
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · 0.5 MI S SR 42 East · Structure no. 210001101807630
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 1,042 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 11 over Leaf River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 11 over Leaf River in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2043. The structure is 1,042 ft (317.6 m) long and 85 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 11 over Leaf River built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 11 over Leaf 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 11 over Leaf River carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 11 over Leaf River?
The structure is 1,042 ft (317.6 m) long with a longest span of 180 ft (54.9 m) and a deck 85 ft wide.
Who owns US 11 over Leaf River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.