US 45 over Clear Branch
GoodLauderdale County, Mississippi · 0.3 MI S I 59 · Structure no. 210004503807520
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Clear Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Clear Branch in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,200 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Clear Branch built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Clear Branch 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Clear Branch carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Clear Branch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns US 45 over Clear Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.