River Road over Garnett Branch
FairGeorge County, Mississippi · Sec 39 T 3S R 7W B · Structure no. SA2000000000057
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 730
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
River Road over Garnett Branch is a concrete culvert carrying River Road over Garnett Branch in George County, Mississippi. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 6 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 730 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was River Road over Garnett Branch built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is River Road over Garnett Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does River Road over Garnett Branch carry?
About 730 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is River Road over Garnett Branch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns River Road over Garnett Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.