US Bridges

Mallalieu DR SE over West Topisaw Creek

Good

Lincoln County, Mississippi · Sec 28 T 6N R 9E B · Structure no. SA4300000000147

Built
1959
66 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
380
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mallalieu DR SE over West Topisaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mallalieu DR SE over West Topisaw Creek in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 420 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesMallalieu DR SE
CrossesWest Topisaw Creek
LocationSec 28 T 6N R 9E B
RouteCounty Highway 1203
Coordinates31.45939, -90.3025
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.3 US tons
Inventory rating45.1 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 (2022)
Projected traffic420 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 West Topisaw Creek built?

It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mallalieu DR SE over West 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 January 2023.

How much traffic does Mallalieu DR SE over West Topisaw Creek carry?

About 380 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Mallalieu DR SE over West 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 West Topisaw Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.