Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61
FairClaiborne County, Mississippi · 1.6 Miles South of Ms Rou · Structure no. 5570181P0000000
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 253 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 440
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61 in Claiborne County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 440 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 484 by 2044. The structure is 253 ft (77 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61 built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61 carry?
About 440 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61?
The structure is 253 ft (77 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.2 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 61?
It is owned by the National Park Service.