SR 43 over Buck Branch
GoodPearl River County, Mississippi · 2.5 MI N SR 26 · Structure no. 310004305504820
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 78 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over Buck Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 43 over Buck Branch in Pearl River County, Mississippi. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 320 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 320 by 2043. The structure is 78 ft (23.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over Buck Branch built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 over Buck Branch 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 43 over Buck Branch carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over Buck Branch?
The structure is 78 ft (23.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 43 over Buck Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.