US Bridges

Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf River

Good

Smith County, Mississippi · Sec 3 T 1N R 8E · Structure no. SA6500000000023

Built
2006
19 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf River is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf River 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 75 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesSmith Co. 82A
CrossesBranch of Leaf River
LocationSec 3 T 1N R 8E
RouteCounty Highway 118
Coordinates31.96022, -89.46101
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 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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88.2 US tons
Inventory rating52.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length20 ft (6.1 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 traffic50 (2024)
Projected traffic75 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
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. 82A over Branch of Leaf River built?

It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf River carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf River?

The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Smith Co. 82A over Branch of Leaf River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.