N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch
FairLawrence County, Mississippi · Sec 35 T 8N R21W B · Structure no. SA3900000000090
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch in Lawrence County, Mississippi. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 6 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,900 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns N.A.Sandifer M.Hwy over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.