Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek
FairSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 28 T10N R15W B · Structure no. SA6500000000131
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 260
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 260 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2043. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek carry?
About 260 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Smith Co. 18 over Sullivans Hollow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.