US 80 over Slough
PoorLauderdale County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI E Newton Cl · Structure no. 210008003812310
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 143 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 870
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 over Slough is a concrete tee beam carrying US 80 over Slough in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 870 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 870 by 2043. The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long and 22 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 over Slough built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 over Slough 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 80 over Slough carry?
About 870 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 80 over Slough?
The structure is 143 ft (43.6 m) long with a longest span of 26 ft (7.9 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 over Slough?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.