US Bridges

Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Mississippi · Sec 3 T 5N R 9E B · Structure no. SA4300000000059

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
380
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 380 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 430 by 2046. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesMallalieu DR SE
CrossesTopisaw Creek
LocationSec 3 T 5N R 9E B
RouteCounty Highway 1203
Coordinates31.43281, -90.28014
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating79.3 US tons
Inventory rating47.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic380 (2024)
Projected traffic430 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$24,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek 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 Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek carry?

About 380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Mallalieu DR SE over Topisaw Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.