SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief
GoodPike County, Mississippi · 4.3 MI E US 51 · Structure no. 310004805704480
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief is a concrete culvert carrying SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief in Pike County, Mississippi. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, older 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 48 over Bala Chitto 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns SR 48 over Bala Chitto Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.