Smith Co. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 17 T 3N R 8E · Structure no. SA6500000000065
- Built
- 2000
- 25 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 200 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 60 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2044. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 39.8 mi (64 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. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek built?
It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 120 over Big Shongelo 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. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (5 m).
Who owns Smith Co. 120 over Big Shongelo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.