US Bridges

Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek

Good

Newton County, Mississippi · Sec 16 T 5N R11E B · Structure no. SA5100000000010

Built
1968
57 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
140
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek in Newton County, Mississippi. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesNewton Calhoun RD
CrossesBranch of Tarlow Creek
LocationSec 16 T 5N R11E B
RouteCounty Highway 159
Coordinates32.27381, -89.17733
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic140 (2024)
Projected traffic210 by 2044
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$127,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.

What condition is Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow 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 2024.

How much traffic does Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek carry?

About 140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Newton Calhoun RD over Branch of Tarlow Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.