US 278 over Burlington Northern
GoodMonroe County, Mississippi · 10.6 MI E SR 25 North · Structure no. 210027804801890
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 177 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Burlington Northern is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 278 over Burlington Northern in Monroe County, Mississippi. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 2,300 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,300 by 2043. The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Burlington Northern built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Burlington Northern 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 278 over Burlington Northern carry?
About 2,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Burlington Northern?
The structure is 177 ft (53.9 m) long with a longest span of 68 ft (20.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 278 over Burlington Northern?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.