Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek
GoodWalthall County, Mississippi · Sec 6 T 3N R11E B · Structure no. SA7400000000072
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 120
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek in Walthall County, Mississippi. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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 120 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2046. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wood Boyd Road over Varnell 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek carry?
About 120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Wood Boyd Road over Varnell Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.