Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek
FairHolmes County, Mississippi · Sec 7 T13N R 4E B · Structure no. SA2600000000031
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek in Holmes County, Mississippi. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 225 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 3 Serious | Loss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek 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 Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Franklin Road over Branch of Box Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.