Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 12 T 1N R 6E B · Structure no. SA6500000000003
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 503 over Thompson 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Smith Co. 503 over Thompson Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.