SR 15 over Possum Creek
GoodUnion County, Mississippi · 2.9 MI S Tippah Cl · Structure no. 310001507330040
- Built
- 2013
- 12 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,300
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 over Possum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Possum Creek in Union County, Mississippi. It was built in 2013, so it is 12 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 5,300 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,300 by 2043. The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 15 over Possum Creek built?
It was built in 2013, making it 12 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 15 over Possum 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 15 over Possum Creek carry?
About 5,300 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 over Possum Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.6 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 15 over Possum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.