SR 8 over Canal
GoodLeflore County, Mississippi · 1.9 MI W US 49E · Structure no. 310000804204110
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 8 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR 8 over Canal 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 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,800 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 8 over Canal built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 8 over Canal 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR 8 over Canal carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 8 over Canal?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 8 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.