US 45 over Creek
FairLowndes County, Mississippi · 7.2 MI N Noxubee Cl · Structure no. 210004504415210
- Built
- 2014
- 11 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Creek in Lowndes County, Mississippi. It was built in 2014, so it is 11 years old, younger 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 7,800 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,000 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Creek built?
It was built in 2014, making it 11 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Creek carry?
About 7,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns US 45 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.