South Gate Road over Morris Branch
GoodForrest County, Mississippi · Sec 30 T 3N R12W B · Structure no. SA1800000000073
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2022
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Gate Road over Morris Branch is a concrete culvert carrying South Gate Road over Morris Branch in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Gate Road over Morris Branch built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Gate Road over Morris Branch 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 December 2022.
How much traffic does South Gate Road over Morris Branch carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is South Gate Road over Morris Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns South Gate Road over Morris Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.