SR 15 over Dry Creek
GoodTippah County, Mississippi · 15.4 MI N SR 4 · Structure no. 310001507033030
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 over Dry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Dry Creek in Tippah County, Mississippi. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 4,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,100 by 2043. The structure is 47 ft (14.4 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 15 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 15 over Dry 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 Dry Creek carry?
About 4,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 15 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.