SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek
GoodKemper County, Mississippi · 7.8 MI E SR 39 · Structure no. 310001603517240
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek in Kemper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2043. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 16 over Little Scooba 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns SR 16 over Little Scooba Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.