SR 348 over Darling Branch
FairUnion County, Mississippi · 10.2 E SR 15 · Structure no. 310034807301020
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 348 over Darling Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 348 over Darling Branch in Union County, Mississippi. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 2,100 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,100 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 348 over Darling Branch built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 348 over Darling 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 348 over Darling Branch carry?
About 2,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 348 over Darling Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns SR 348 over Darling Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.