US Bridges

Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River

Good

Lincoln County, Mississippi · Sec 10 T 7N R 8E · Structure no. SA4300000000187

Built
2003
22 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Aluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
Length
31 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
410
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River is a aluminum, wrought iron, or cast iron culvert carrying Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 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 410 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 510 by 2046. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSmith Lake RD NE
CrossesEast Bogue Chitto River
LocationSec 10 T 7N R 8E
RouteCounty Highway 117
Coordinates31.59205, -90.39449
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
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating42.1 US tons
Inventory rating25.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialAluminum, Wrought Iron, or Cast Iron
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span31 ft (9.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic410 (2024)
Projected traffic510 by 2046
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River built?

It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River carry?

About 410 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m).

Who owns Smith Lake RD NE over East Bogue Chitto River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.