Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72
FairColbert County, Alabama · 13.3 Miles North of Ms Ro · Structure no. 5570035P0000000
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 323 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72 in Colbert County, Alabama. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,300 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,430 by 2044. The structure is 323 ft (98.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72 built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72 in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72 carry?
About 1,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72?
The structure is 323 ft (98.3 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 72?
It is owned by the National Park Service.