Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou
GoodSunflower County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T19N R 5W B · Structure no. SA6700000000070
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou in Sunflower County, Mississippi. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 60 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 90 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bud Smith Road over Beaver Dam Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.