SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet
GoodLeflore County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI E Sunflower Cl · Structure no. 310000804203500
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet is a concrete culvert carrying SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet in Leflore County, Mississippi. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2043. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 8 over Alligator Lake Outlet?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.