US Bridges

SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek

Good

Newton County, Mississippi · 1.1 MI N Jasper Cl · Structure no. 310050305102440

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
570
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek in Newton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 570 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 570 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 km).

CarriesSR 503
CrossesScotchenflipper Creek
Location1.1 MI N Jasper Cl
RouteState Highway 503
Coordinates32.23886, -89.06986
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.5 US tons
Inventory rating30.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic570 (2023)
Projected traffic570 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.1 mi (34 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 503 over Scotchenflipper 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek carry?

About 570 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns SR 503 over Scotchenflipper Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.