US Bridges

SR 53 over Stream

Good

Harrison County, Mississippi · 1.3 MI E Hancock Cl · Structure no. 310005302401590

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,600
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 53 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Stream in Harrison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,600 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 65.9 mi (106 km).

CarriesSR 53
CrossesStream
Location1.3 MI E Hancock Cl
RouteState Highway 53
Coordinates30.59785, -89.32115
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating35.8 US tons
Inventory rating26.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,600 (2023)
Projected traffic2,600 by 2043
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed65.9 mi (106 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$300 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 53 over Stream built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 53 over Stream 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 53 over Stream carry?

About 2,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 53 over Stream?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SR 53 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.