SR 8 over Browns Creek
GoodGrenada County, Mississippi · 1.0 MI E US 51 · Structure no. 310000802207740
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 13,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 8 over Browns Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 8 over Browns Creek in Grenada County, Mississippi. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 13,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,000 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 8 over Browns Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 8 over Browns Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 8 over Browns Creek carry?
About 13,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 8 over Browns Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns SR 8 over Browns Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.