Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek
FairAttala County, Mississippi · 0.1 Miles South of Ms Rou · Structure no. 5570204P0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek in Attala County, Mississippi. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 5 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 825 by 2044. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek 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 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.4 m).
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Jaybird Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.