Smith Co. 581 over Little Creek
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 26 T 3N R 8E B · Structure no. SA6500000000069
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 581 over Little Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 581 over Little Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. 581 over Little Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 581 over Little 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. 581 over Little Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 581 over Little Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Smith Co. 581 over Little Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.