US Bridges

Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek

Fair

Simpson County, Mississippi · Sec 31 T 1N R 6E · Structure no. SA6400000000046

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,800
2022 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,700 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesRaleigh RD (magee)
CrossesBranch of Okatoma Creek
LocationSec 31 T 1N R 6E
RouteCounty Highway 326
Coordinates31.87963, -89.7291
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60.2 US tons
Inventory rating36 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,800 (2022)
Projected traffic5,700 by 2042
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal 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 Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek 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 Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek carry?

About 3,800 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Raleigh RD (magee) over Branch of Okatoma Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.