US Bridges

SR 21 over Gordy Branch

Good

Scott County, Mississippi · 1.2 MI N SR 35 · Structure no. 310002106200130

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,300
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 21 over Gordy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 21 over Gordy Branch in Scott County, Mississippi. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 4,300 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 57.2 mi (92 km).

CarriesSR 21
CrossesGordy Branch
Location1.2 MI N SR 35
RouteState Highway 21
Coordinates32.38584, -89.45876
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48.8 US tons
Inventory rating29.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,300 (2023)
Projected traffic5,100 by 2043
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed57.2 mi (92 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 21 over Gordy Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 21 over Gordy 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does SR 21 over Gordy Branch carry?

About 4,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 21 over Gordy Branch?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns SR 21 over Gordy Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.