SR 13 over Hope Branch
GoodLeake County, Mississippi · 4.1 MI N Scott Cl · Structure no. 310001304015610
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 13 over Hope Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 13 over Hope Branch in Leake County, Mississippi. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 1,400 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 | 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 SR 13 over Hope Branch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 13 over Hope 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 13 over Hope Branch carry?
About 1,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 13 over Hope Branch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 13 over Hope Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.