US 278 over Burney Branch
GoodLafayette County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI W SR 7 · Structure no. 310000603607680
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 34,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Burney Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Burney Branch in Lafayette County, Mississippi. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 34,000 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 34,000 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Burney Branch built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Burney 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 278 over Burney Branch carry?
About 34,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Burney Branch?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).
Who owns US 278 over Burney Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.