US Bridges

Smith Co. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek

Good

Smith County, Mississippi · Sec 29 T 2N R 9E B · Structure no. SA6500000000052

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
200 main spans
Daily traffic
370
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Co. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 370 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSmith Co. 84
CrossesBch W Tallahala Creek
LocationSec 29 T 2N R 9E B
RouteCounty Highway 42
Coordinates31.97612, -89.3899
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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54 US tons
Inventory rating32.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans200
Design loadHS 20
Structure length30 ft (9 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic370 (2024)
Projected traffic550 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure20
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Co. 84 over Bch W Tallahala 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. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek carry?

About 370 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Smith Co. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns Smith Co. 84 over Bch W Tallahala Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.