US Bridges

Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk

Good

Lincoln County, Mississippi · Sec 1 T 5N R 8E · Structure no. SA4300000000038

Built
1996
29 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Channel Beam
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
160
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk is a concrete channel beam carrying Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 years old, younger 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 190 by 2046. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesReeves RD SE
CrossesTributary W Topisaw Crk
LocationSec 1 T 5N R 8E
RouteCounty Highway 20
Coordinates31.42731, -90.35092
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating60.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span19 ft (5.8 m)
Deck width25 ft (7.5 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic160 (2024)
Projected traffic190 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$25,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk built?

It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.

What condition is Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk carry?

About 160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.

Who owns Reeves RD SE over Tributary W Topisaw Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.