US 72 over Branch
FairTishomingo County, Mississippi · 8.8 MI E Alcorn Cl · Structure no. 210007207108340
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 72 over Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 72 over Branch in Tishomingo County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, older 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 12,000 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 72 over Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 72 over Branch 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 72 over Branch carry?
About 12,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 72 over Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 72 over Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.