Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78
FairLee County, Mississippi · 2.65 Miles South of U.S. · Structure no. 5570290P0000000
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 365 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78 is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78 in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 5,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2044. The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 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 U.S. Route 78 built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78 carry?
About 5,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78?
The structure is 365 ft (111.3 m) long with a longest span of 110 ft (33.5 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over U.S. Route 78?
It is owned by the National Park Service.