US 72 over Ditch
GoodAlcorn County, Mississippi · 3.7 MI E US 45 · Structure no. 210007200206740
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1988
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 17,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 72 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 72 over Ditch in Alcorn County, Mississippi. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 85 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 17,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,000 by 2043. The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 72 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.
What condition is US 72 over Ditch 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does US 72 over Ditch carry?
About 17,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 72 over Ditch?
The structure is 20 ft (6.1 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 72 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.