US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R
FairAlcorn County, Mississippi · 1.1 MI N US 72 · Structure no. 21000450022756A
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 216 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R in Alcorn County, Mississippi. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 7,000 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,000 by 2043. The structure is 216 ft (65.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R 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 Norfolk Southern R R carry?
About 7,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R?
The structure is 216 ft (65.7 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Norfolk Southern R R?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.