US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek
FairLowndes County, Mississippi · 1.0 MI E JCT US 45S/US 82 · Structure no. 21000450441600B
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 220 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 15,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek in Lowndes County, Mississippi. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 15,500 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2043. The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek carry?
About 15,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek?
The structure is 220 ft (67.1 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns US 45/US 82 over Oak Slush Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.