Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan
GoodLee County, Mississippi · 2.2 Miles South of U.S. R · Structure no. 5570042P0000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 238 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,190 by 2044. The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan?
The structure is 238 ft (72.5 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Old Town Creek (new Chan?
It is owned by the National Park Service.