Ms HWY NO43 over Branch
GoodLawrence County, Mississippi · SEC_10_T 7N_R20W B · Structure no. SA3900000000116
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 350
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ms HWY NO43 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Ms HWY NO43 over Branch in Lawrence County, Mississippi. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 350 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2045. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ms HWY NO43 over Branch built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is Ms HWY NO43 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 2023.
How much traffic does Ms HWY NO43 over Branch carry?
About 350 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Ms HWY NO43 over Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Ms HWY NO43 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.