US 278 over Sand Creek
FairPanola County, Mississippi · 0.1 MI W US 51 · Structure no. 310000605405120
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 278 over Sand Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 278 over Sand Creek in Panola County, Mississippi. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 19,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 44.7 mi (72 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 278 over Sand Creek built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 278 over Sand Creek 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 US 278 over Sand Creek carry?
About 19,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 278 over Sand Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 278 over Sand Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.