Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek
FairClaiborne County, Mississippi · 17.3 Miles South of Ms Ro · Structure no. 5570299P0000000
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 470
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek in Claiborne County, Mississippi. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 470 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 517 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Norris 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek carry?
About 470 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Norris Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.