US 45 over Relief
FairAlcorn County, Mississippi · 6.7 MI N Prentiss Cl · Structure no. 210004500226880
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Relief is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Relief in Alcorn County, Mississippi. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 88 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Relief built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 45 over Relief 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Relief carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Relief?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 45 over Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.