Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49
GoodChoctaw County, Mississippi · 5.5 Miles South of U.S. R · Structure no. 5570094P0000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 533
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49 is a concrete frame carrying Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49 in Choctaw County, Mississippi. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 533 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 640 by 2042. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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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 Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49 carry?
About 533 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 47 ft (14.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 49?
It is owned by the National Park Service.