Smith Co. 52 over Joe Branch
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 11 T 2N R 9E B · Structure no. SA6500000000048
- Built
- 2003
- 22 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 200 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 450
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 52 over Joe Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 52 over Joe Branch in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 2003, so it is 22 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 675 by 2044. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. 52 over Joe Branch built?
It was built in 2003, making it 22 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 52 over Joe 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. 52 over Joe Branch carry?
About 450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 52 over Joe Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Smith Co. 52 over Joe Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.