Old HWY 80 West over Branch
GoodLauderdale County, Mississippi · Sec 27 T 6N R14E · Structure no. SA3800000000071
- Built
- 1920
- 105 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 200 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 250
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 80 West over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Old HWY 80 West over Branch in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. It was built in 1920, so it is 105 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 375 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 80 West over Branch built?
It was built in 1920, making it 105 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old HWY 80 West over 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Old HWY 80 West over Branch carry?
About 250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 80 West over Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Old HWY 80 West over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.