US 45 over KCS RR Creek
GoodMonroe County, Mississippi · 1.0 MI W Tenn Tom · Structure no. 31000250481204A
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 304 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,600
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over KCS RR Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over KCS RR Creek in Monroe County, Mississippi. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2043. The structure is 304 ft (92.8 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. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over KCS RR Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over KCS RR 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 February 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over KCS RR Creek carry?
About 4,600 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over KCS RR Creek?
The structure is 304 ft (92.8 m) long with a longest span of 84 ft (25.6 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over KCS RR Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.