W. Topisaw South over Small Drain
FairPosted for loadPike County, Mississippi · Sec 21 T 4N R 9E · Structure no. SA5700000000177
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 57 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 75
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. Topisaw South over Small Drain is a concrete channel beam carrying W. Topisaw South over Small Drain in Pike County, Mississippi. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 112 by 2043. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was W. Topisaw South over Small Drain built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. Topisaw South over Small Drain 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does W. Topisaw South over Small Drain carry?
About 75 vehicles per day (2021 count).
How long is W. Topisaw South over Small Drain?
The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns W. Topisaw South over Small Drain?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.