SR 178 over Town Creek Relief
GoodLee County, Mississippi · 2.7 MI E Pontotoc Cl · Structure no. 310017804108220
- Built
- 1978
- 47 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 178 over Town Creek Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SR 178 over Town Creek Relief in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1978, so it is 47 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 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 SR 178 over Town Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1978, making it 47 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 178 over Town Creek Relief 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does SR 178 over Town Creek Relief carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 178 over Town Creek Relief?
The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns SR 178 over Town Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.