US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief
GoodMonroe County, Mississippi · 3.0 MI W SR 25 South · Structure no. 210027804800480
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 1,122 ft
- 28 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief in Monroe County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 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 6,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2043. The structure is 1,122 ft (341.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief carry?
About 6,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief?
The structure is 1,122 ft (341.9 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over Tombigbee River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.