Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek
GoodPearl River County, Mississippi · Sec 10 T 4S R15W · Structure no. SA5500000000091
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek in Pearl River County, Mississippi. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2046. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Melton Smith Road over Catahoula Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.