SR 15 over Blanton Branch
GoodChoctaw County, Mississippi · 0.7 MI S SR 12 · Structure no. 310001501020820
- Built
- 1939
- 86 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 5,100
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 over Blanton Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Blanton Branch in Choctaw County, Mississippi. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older 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 5,100 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 15 over Blanton Branch built?
It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 15 over Blanton Branch 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 15 over Blanton Branch carry?
About 5,100 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 over Blanton Branch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 15 over Blanton Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.