US 45 over Burlington Northern RR
GoodLee County, Mississippi · 4.0 MI S US 78 · Structure no. 21000450412238B
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 373 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 16,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Burlington Northern RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over Burlington Northern RR in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 16,500 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,000 by 2043. The structure is 373 ft (113.6 m) long and 42 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Burlington Northern RR built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Burlington Northern RR 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Burlington Northern RR carry?
About 16,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Burlington Northern RR?
The structure is 373 ft (113.6 m) long with a longest span of 50 ft (15.2 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Burlington Northern RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.