US 278 over Yellow Leaf Creek

Fair Condition33 years old7,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateMississippi
CountyLafayette
Location3.5 Mi E SR 7
CarriesUS 278
CrossesYellow Leaf Creek
Coordinates34.34808, -89.45437

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway6 (Satisfactory)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length167.0 ft (50.9 m)
Max Span55.1 ft (16.8 m)
Deck Width42.7 ft (13 m)
Deck Area661.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1993

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic7,500 (2023)
Truck Traffic10%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection523
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number31000060360805A

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