Vaiden Road over Short Creek
GoodDeSoto County, Mississippi · Sec 5 T 3S R 6W · Structure no. SA1700000000060
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Vaiden Road over Short Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vaiden Road over Short Creek in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2043. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 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 Vaiden Road over Short Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Vaiden Road over Short Creek 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does Vaiden Road over Short Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Vaiden Road over Short Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Vaiden Road over Short Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.