SR 15 over Short Creek
GoodTippah County, Mississippi · 10.1 MI N SR 4 · Structure no. 310001507032500
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 over Short Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Short Creek in Tippah County, Mississippi. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,500 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.2 mi (47 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 15 over Short Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 15 over Short 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 15 over Short Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 over Short Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 15 over Short Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.