Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45
FairLee County, Mississippi · 0.6 Miles South of U.S. R · Structure no. 5570040P0000000
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,830
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45 is a concrete frame carrying Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45 in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 6 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 2,830 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,396 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45 built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45 carry?
About 2,830 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45?
The structure is 34 ft (10.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 45?
It is owned by the National Park Service.