SR 478 over Vaughns Creek
GoodSimpson County, Mississippi · 4.8 MI W SR 43 · Structure no. 310047806400170
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 478 over Vaughns Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 478 over Vaughns Creek in Simpson County, Mississippi. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 478 over Vaughns Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 478 over Vaughns 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 478 over Vaughns Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 478 over Vaughns Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 478 over Vaughns Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.