Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou
GoodHumphreys County, Mississippi · Sec 17 T15N R 2W · Structure no. SA2700000000040
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou in Humphreys County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 40 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 75.2 mi (121 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou carry?
About 30 vehicles per day (2018 count).
How long is Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou?
The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m).
Who owns Townsend Lake Road over Church Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.