Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch
GoodLamar County, Mississippi · Sec 5 T 4N R16W B · Structure no. SA3700000000098
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 760
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch in Lamar County, Mississippi. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 760 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 800 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch carry?
About 760 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Rocky Branch Road over Buchanan Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.