Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek
GoodLeake County, Mississippi · 10.2 Miles North of Ms Ro · Structure no. 5570384P0000000
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 545
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek 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 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 545 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 654 by 2042. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 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 Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Myrick 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek carry?
About 545 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.3 m).
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Myrick Creek?
It is owned by the National Park Service.