US 45 over Buckingham Creek
FairMonroe County, Mississippi · 9.2 MI N Lowndes Cl · Structure no. 210004504818410
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Buckingham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Buckingham Creek in Monroe County, Mississippi. It was built in 1996, so it is 29 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 9,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,000 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Buckingham Creek built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Buckingham 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Buckingham Creek carry?
About 9,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Buckingham Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 45 over Buckingham Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.