Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 12 T 2N R 9E · Structure no. SA6500000000049
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 390 ft
- 700 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 220
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek 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 220 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2044. The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek carry?
About 220 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek?
The structure is 390 ft (118.9 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 48 over West Tallahalla Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.