US Bridges

Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek

Good

Smith County, Mississippi · Sec 15 T 3N R 9E B · Structure no. SA6500000000076

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
220
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 220 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSmith Co. 529
CrossesLittle Ichusa Creek
LocationSec 15 T 3N R 9E B
RouteCounty Highway 65
Coordinates32.10356, -89.36067
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 inspectionSeptember 2023
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 rating80.7 US tons
Inventory rating48.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (12 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic220 (2021)
Projected traffic330 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa 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. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek carry?

About 220 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Smith Co. 529 over Little Ichusa Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.