South Mill Creek over Dry Branch
GoodLamar County, Mississippi · Sec 31 T 4N R14W · Structure no. SA3700000000085
- Built
- 1997
- 28 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Mill Creek over Dry Branch is a concrete culvert carrying South Mill Creek over Dry Branch in Lamar County, Mississippi. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 years old, younger 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 680 by 2046. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 South Mill Creek over Dry Branch built?
It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Mill Creek over Dry 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does South Mill Creek over Dry Branch carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is South Mill Creek over Dry Branch?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).
Who owns South Mill Creek over Dry Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.