W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek
PoorForrest County, Mississippi · Sec 35 T 4N R13W · Structure no. SA1800000000174
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,900 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns W L Runnells Road over Branch of Priests Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.