US Bridges

Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek

Good

Smith County, Mississippi · Sec 24 T 1N R 6E B · Structure no. SA6500000000006

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
200 main spans
Daily traffic
220
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 220 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2044. The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSmith Co. 503-S
CrossesLittle Hatchapaloo Creek
LocationSec 24 T 1N R 6E B
RouteCounty Highway 327
Coordinates31.90813, -89.6298
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57.5 US tons
Inventory rating34.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans200
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10 m)
Longest span16 ft (5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic220 (2024)
Projected traffic330 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure20
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$550,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek 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-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek carry?

About 220 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).

Who owns Smith Co. 503-S over Little Hatchapaloo Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.