Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78
GoodLee County, Mississippi · 2.6 Miles North of Ms Rou · Structure no. 5570044P0000000
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 82 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,900
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78 is a concrete continuous frame carrying Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,490 by 2044. The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78 built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78 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 Old U.S. Route 78 carry?
About 5,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78?
The structure is 82 ft (25 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Old U.S. Route 78?
It is owned by the National Park Service.