US 45 over Cedar Creek
GoodClarke County, Mississippi · 0.4 MI S SR 511 · Structure no. 210004501204800
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Cedar Creek in Clarke County, Mississippi. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 years old, younger 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 4,400 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Cedar Creek 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 4,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.6 m).
Who owns US 45 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.