SR 18 over Melton Branch
GoodJasper County, Mississippi · 1.0 MI W Clarke Cl · Structure no. 310001803115240
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 18 over Melton Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 18 over Melton Branch in Jasper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 18 over Melton Branch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 18 over Melton Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does SR 18 over Melton Branch carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 18 over Melton Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 18 over Melton Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.