SR 3 over Drainage Canal
GoodQuitman County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI S Panola Cl · Structure no. 310000306016980
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 3 over Drainage Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR 3 over Drainage Canal in Quitman County, Mississippi. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2043. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 62.8 mi (101 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 3 over Drainage Canal built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 3 over Drainage Canal 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 2023.
How much traffic does SR 3 over Drainage Canal carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 3 over Drainage Canal?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).
Who owns SR 3 over Drainage Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.