HIghway 45 Bridge

Highway 45 Bridge provides access to the Noxubee River, a large sixth-order stream flowing through Macon in Noxubee County. The Noxubee River is a substantial waterway with an average flow of approximately 2,193 cubic feet per second and a drainage area of 1,384 square miles. At this location, you are relatively close to the headwaters, with the river mouth approximately 435 miles downstream. The average gradient is 2.9 feet per mile with an average velocity of about 2 feet per second, indicating moderate current conditions typical of a medium-sized southern river.

Paddlers and boaters using this access should be prepared for moderate water movement and typical conditions of a flowing river system. The Noxubee River supports various recreational boating activities throughout its 163-mile length as it flows through Mississippi. Water conditions in this section will vary seasonally with rainfall and upstream flow conditions. The site's location near a bridge suggests reasonable road access for launching vessels into the river.

This access point serves as a gateway to exploring the Noxubee River system, which drains a substantial portion of east-central Mississippi. Boaters should check current water levels and weather conditions before launching, as river conditions can change based on recent precipitation and seasonal patterns.