US Bridges

Smith Co. 21 over Lyon Creek

Good

Smith County, Mississippi · Sec 19 T10N R14W B · Structure no. SA6500000000122

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
120
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Co. 21 over Lyon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 21 over Lyon Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 180 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSmith Co. 21
CrossesLyon Creek
LocationSec 19 T10N R14W B
RouteCounty Highway 150
Coordinates31.81783, -89.45156
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating58 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length35 ft (10.7 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 traffic120 (2021)
Projected traffic180 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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. 21 over Lyon Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Co. 21 over Lyon 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. 21 over Lyon Creek carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Smith Co. 21 over Lyon Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns Smith Co. 21 over Lyon Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.