Harper Road over US 45
GoodAlcorn County, Mississippi · 10.8 MI N Prentiss Cl · Structure no. 410004500227290
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 240 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Harper Road over US 45 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Harper Road over US 45 in Alcorn County, Mississippi. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older 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 6,200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,100 by 2043. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Harper Road over US 45 built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Harper Road over US 45 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Harper Road over US 45 carry?
About 6,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Harper Road over US 45?
The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Harper Road over US 45?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.