Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River
FairSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 1 T 1N R 8E · Structure no. SA6500000000022
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 200 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River is a concrete channel beam carrying Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 19 over Branch of Leaf River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.