Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R
FairMadison County, Mississippi · 6.1 Miles from U.S. Route · Structure no. 5570131P0000000
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 2,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R is a concrete frame carrying Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R in Madison County, Mississippi. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 2,700 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,970 by 2044. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| 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 Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R carry?
About 2,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Ross Barnett Reservoir R?
It is owned by the National Park Service.