Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 24 T 4N R 6E B · Structure no. SA6500000000094
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2043. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 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. 563 over Relief for Strong River built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 563 over Relief for Strong River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.