US Bridges

Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek

Good

Walthall County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T 3N R11E · Structure no. SA7400000000140

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
20 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek in Walthall 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 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 60 by 2046. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 4.3 mi (7 km).

CarriesGene Mckenzie RD
CrossesBranch of Varnell Creek
LocationSec 16 T 3N R11E
RouteCounty Highway 152
Coordinates31.22339, -90.09982
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating64.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length20 ft (6.2 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2024)
Projected traffic60 by 2046
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed4.3 mi (7 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek?

The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Gene Mckenzie RD over Branch of Varnell Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.