SR 8 over Tallahatchie River

Fair Condition71 years old1,500 vehicles/day

Location

StateMississippi
CountyLeflore
Location0.5 Mi E US 49e
CarriesSR 8
CrossesTallahatchie River
Coordinates33.74462, -90.30514

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length680.1 ft (207.3 m)
Max Span129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Deck Width27.9 ft (8.5 m)
Deck Area1762.0 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1955

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,500 (2023)
Truck Traffic14%
Lanes On Bridge2
Lanes Under Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection823
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number310000804204340

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