US Bridges

Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River

Good

Scott County, Mississippi · Sec 23 T 5N R 6E · Structure no. SA6200000000007

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
210
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River is a concrete culvert carrying Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River in Scott County, Mississippi. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 210 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2042. The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSpringfield Road
CrossesBranch of Strong River
LocationSec 23 T 5N R 6E
RouteCounty Highway 219
Coordinates32.26231, -89.65794
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating69.7 US tons
Inventory rating41.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.6 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic210 (2023)
Projected traffic300 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$360,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River 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 Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River carry?

About 210 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River?

The structure is 35 ft (10.6 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Springfield Road over Branch of Strong River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.