Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek
GoodLauderdale County, Alabama · 0.7 Miles South of Al Rou · Structure no. 5570279P0000000
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 720
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek in Lauderdale County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 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 720 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 792 by 2044. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 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 | 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 Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Cypress 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek carry?
About 720 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Cypress Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.