Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou
FairTallahatchie County, Mississippi · Sec 13 T25N R 1W B · Structure no. SA6800000000066
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2012 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou is a concrete culvert carrying Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou in Tallahatchie County, Mississippi. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 years old, younger 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 60 vehicles a day, projected to reach 90 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2012 count).
How long is Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou?
The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Melton Road over Trib of Muddy Bayou?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.