US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief
FairLowndes County, Mississippi · 2.9 MI E JCT US 45S/US 82 · Structure no. 21000450441619A
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 747 ft
- 19 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief in Lowndes County, Mississippi. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 747 ft (227.8 m) long and 52 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief 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 Tombigbee River Relief carry?
About 15,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief?
The structure is 747 ft (227.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.
Who owns US 45/US 82 over Tombigbee River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.