US 98 over Leaf River
GoodGreene County, Mississippi · 2.0 MI E Perry Cl · Structure no. 21000980211894A
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 2,182 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 98 over Leaf River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 98 over Leaf River in Greene 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2043. The structure is 2,182 ft (665.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 98 over Leaf River built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 98 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 98 over Leaf River carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is US 98 over Leaf River?
The structure is 2,182 ft (665.1 m) long with a longest span of 250 ft (76.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 98 over Leaf River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.