SR 16 over Beckham Branch
GoodLeake County, Mississippi · 9.0 MI E SR 35 · Structure no. 310001604011890
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Beckham Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Beckham Branch in Leake County, Mississippi. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,000 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 16 over Beckham Branch built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 16 over Beckham 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 16 over Beckham Branch carry?
About 4,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Beckham Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 16 over Beckham Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.