Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 8 T 2N R 7E B · Structure no. SA6500000000038
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 125 ft
- 400 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2044. The structure is 125 ft (38 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay 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. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek?
The structure is 125 ft (38 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 516 over Bch of Oakohay Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.