US 278 over Cat Hair Creek
FairLafayette County, Mississippi · 6.7 MI E SR 7 · Structure no. 310000603608380
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Cat Hair Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Cat Hair Creek in Lafayette 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,000 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Cat Hair Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Cat Hair Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does US 278 over Cat Hair Creek carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Cat Hair Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 278 over Cat Hair Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.