SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou
GoodSunflower County, Mississippi · 2.4 MI N US 82 · Structure no. 310000306709550
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou in Sunflower County, Mississippi. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 3 over Roundaway Bayou?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.