US 45 over Burlington Northern RR
GoodMonroe County, Mississippi · 10.5 MI N Lowndes Cl · Structure no. 21000450481854B
- Built
- 1996
- 29 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 274 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Burlington Northern RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over Burlington Northern RR 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 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 4,850 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,500 by 2043. The structure is 274 ft (83.4 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Burlington Northern RR built?
It was built in 1996, making it 29 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Burlington Northern RR 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Burlington Northern RR carry?
About 4,850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Burlington Northern RR?
The structure is 274 ft (83.4 m) long with a longest span of 100 ft (30.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Burlington Northern RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.