Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch
FairPosted for loadLincoln County, Mississippi · Sec 13 T 7N R 9E B · Structure no. SA4300000000206
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2013 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2034. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 21 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 21 ft wide.
Who owns Fair River Ch DR over Maxwells Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.