US 278 over Stream
PoorLafayette County, Mississippi · 4.6 MI E Panola Cl · Structure no. 310000603606900
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Stream in Lafayette County, Mississippi. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 21,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,000 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Stream built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Stream in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US 278 over Stream carry?
About 21,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Stream?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 278 over Stream?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.