SR 438 over Canal
GoodWashington County, Mississippi · 6.5 MI E US 61 · Structure no. 310043807601610
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 240
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 438 over Canal is a concrete culvert carrying SR 438 over Canal 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.
It carries about 240 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 438 over Canal built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 438 over Canal 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 Canal carry?
About 240 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 438 over Canal?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 438 over Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.