US 45 over Creek
GoodLowndes County, Mississippi · 3.2 MI N US 82 · Structure no. 210004504416590
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 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 1959 and reconstructed in 1977, 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is US 45 over Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Creek carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns US 45 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.