US Bridges

Fox Chase RD over Creek

Good

Noxubee County, Mississippi · Sec 17 T15N R19E B · Structure no. SA5200000000151

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
42 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
200
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fox Chase RD over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fox Chase RD over Creek in Noxubee County, Mississippi. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 7.5 mi (12 km).

CarriesFox Chase RD
CrossesCreek
LocationSec 17 T15N R19E B
RouteCounty Highway 315
Coordinates33.14821, -88.37047
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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46.7 US tons
Inventory rating28.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length42 ft (12.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic200 (2022)
Projected traffic300 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed7.5 mi (12 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$550,000 (2024 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fox Chase RD over Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fox Chase RD over 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Fox Chase RD over Creek carry?

About 200 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Fox Chase RD over Creek?

The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Fox Chase RD over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.