Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch
GoodSmith County, Mississippi · Sec 19 T10N R16W · Structure no. SA6500000000144
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2022 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 110 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 165 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch 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. RD 42 over Branch carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Smith Co. RD 42 over Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.