Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen Creek
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 23 T 3N R 8E B · Structure no. SA6500000000066
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 131 ft
- 300 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2044. The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen 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. 581 over Bowlen Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen Creek?
The structure is 131 ft (39.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 581 over Bowlen Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.