SR 438 over Big Trail Lake
GoodPosted for loadWashington County, Mississippi · 3.8 MI E US 61 · Structure no. 310043807601340
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 520
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 438 over Big Trail Lake is a prestressed concrete slab carrying SR 438 over Big Trail Lake in Washington County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 520 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 520 by 2043. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 438 over Big Trail Lake built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 438 over Big Trail Lake 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 SR 438 over Big Trail Lake carry?
About 520 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 438 over Big Trail Lake?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SR 438 over Big Trail Lake?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.