Smith Co. 99 over West Tallahala Creek
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 33 T 2N R 9E B · Structure no. SA6500000000054
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 279 ft
- 600 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 310
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 99 over West Tallahala Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Smith Co. 99 over West Tallahala Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 310 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 465 by 2043. The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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. 99 over West Tallahala Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 99 over West 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Smith Co. 99 over West Tallahala Creek carry?
About 310 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 99 over West Tallahala Creek?
The structure is 279 ft (85 m) long with a longest span of 79 ft (24 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 99 over West Tallahala Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.