US Bridges

Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck

Good

Lincoln County, Mississippi · Sec 29 T 8N R 9E B · Structure no. SA4300000000293

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
430
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck is a concrete culvert carrying Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck in Lincoln County, Mississippi. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 430 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2046. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesHeucks Retreat NE
CrossesTrib to Little Bahala Ck
LocationSec 29 T 8N R 9E B
RouteCounty Highway 173
Coordinates31.64219, -90.326
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 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 rating60.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (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 traffic430 (2024)
Projected traffic550 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck 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 Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck carry?

About 430 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns Heucks Retreat NE over Trib to Little Bahala Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.