SR 553 over Fairchild Creek
GoodJefferson County, Mississippi · 0.4 MI S US 61 · Structure no. 310055303202040
- Built
- 2011
- 14 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 553 over Fairchild Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 553 over Fairchild Creek in Jefferson County, Mississippi. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 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 340 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 340 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 553 over Fairchild Creek built?
It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 553 over Fairchild 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR 553 over Fairchild Creek carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 553 over Fairchild Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 553 over Fairchild Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.