US 45 over Buckatunna River
GoodWayne County, Mississippi · 7.1 MI N Ala State Line · Structure no. 21000450770071A
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 1,138 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 3,550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Buckatunna River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over Buckatunna River in Wayne County, Mississippi. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 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 3,550 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,550 by 2043. The structure is 1,138 ft (346.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Buckatunna River built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Buckatunna River 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Buckatunna River carry?
About 3,550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Buckatunna River?
The structure is 1,138 ft (346.8 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (33 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Buckatunna River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.