US Bridges

Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou

Good

Jackson County, Mississippi · Sec 32 T 7S R 8W · Structure no. SA3000000000158

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
690
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou is a concrete channel beam carrying Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou in Jackson County, Mississippi. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 690 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2044. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHolcomb Blvd
CrossesBranch of Weeks Bayou
LocationSec 32 T 7S R 8W
RouteCity Street 9062
Coordinates30.39722, -88.81028
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.9 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.7 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic690 (2024)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou carry?

About 690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns Holcomb Blvd over Branch of Weeks Bayou?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.