SR 16 over Chunky Creek
GoodNeshoba County, Mississippi · 0.3 MI E SR 19 · Structure no. 310001605013740
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Chunky Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Chunky Creek in Neshoba County, Mississippi. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,000 by 2043. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 km).
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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 Chunky Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 16 over Chunky 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 16 over Chunky Creek carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Chunky Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns SR 16 over Chunky Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.