US 278 over Clear Creek
GoodLafayette County, Mississippi · 3.7 MI E Panola Cl · Structure no. 310000603606810
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 70 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Clear Creek in Lafayette County, Mississippi. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,000 by 2043. The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Clear 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 US 278 over Clear Creek carry?
About 21,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Clear Creek?
The structure is 70 ft (21.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 278 over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.