CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal
GoodWebster County, Mississippi · Sec 32 T19N R 9E B · Structure no. SA7800000000035
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 180 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2015 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal in Webster County, Mississippi. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2035. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal?
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 CO RD 253 over Relief/Big Black Canal?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.