US 45 over Eason Blvd
FairLee County, Mississippi · 4.5 MI S US 78 · Structure no. 21000450412233A
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 253 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Eason Blvd is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over Eason Blvd in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 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 16,000 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,500 by 2043. The structure is 253 ft (77 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 US 45 over Eason Blvd built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Eason Blvd 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Eason Blvd carry?
About 16,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Eason Blvd?
The structure is 253 ft (77 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Eason Blvd?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.