US Bridges

Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek

Good

Union County, Mississippi · Sec 32 T 6S R 3E B · Structure no. SA7300000000033

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,500
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek in Union County, Mississippi. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 3,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,250 by 2044. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesSam T. Barkley Dr.
CrossesLukesasper Creek
LocationSec 32 T 6S R 3E B
RouteCounty Highway 8720
Coordinates34.51827, -89.00275
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.3 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,500 (2024)
Projected traffic5,250 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek carry?

About 3,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns Sam T. Barkley Dr. over Lukesasper Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.