Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16
FairLeake County, Mississippi · 13.5 Miles from Merchant · Structure no. 5570122P0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 660
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16 is a concrete frame carrying Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16 in Leake County, Mississippi. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 5 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 660 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 726 by 2044. The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16 built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16 carry?
About 660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16?
The structure is 60 ft (18.4 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.4 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Ms Route 16?
It is owned by the National Park Service.