US 45 over Sowashee Creek
GoodLauderdale County, Mississippi · 4.0 MI N I 59 · Structure no. 210004503807950
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Sowashee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Sowashee Creek in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 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 11,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,000 by 2043. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Sowashee Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Sowashee 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Sowashee Creek carry?
About 11,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Sowashee Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 45 over Sowashee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.