US Bridges

Smith Co. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek

Good

Smith County, Mississippi · Sec 21 T 1N R 8E · Structure no. SA6500000000149

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
40
2021 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Smith Co. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Co. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek in Smith County, Mississippi. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSmith Co. 94
CrossesBranch of Fisher Creek
LocationSec 21 T 1N R 8E
RouteCounty Highway 127
Coordinates31.91667, -89.47993
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40 (2021)
Projected traffic60 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. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Smith Co. 94 over Branch of Fisher 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. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Smith Co. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Smith Co. 94 over Branch of Fisher Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.