Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek
PoorForrest County, Mississippi · Sec 15 T 4N R13W · Structure no. SA1800000000142
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek in Forrest County, Mississippi. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,950 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.
How much traffic does Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Tipton Street over Branch of Burketts Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.