SR 43 over Ditch
GoodAttala County, Mississippi · 0.2 MI N Leake Cl · Structure no. 310004300422710
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 850
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 43 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 43 over Ditch in Attala County, Mississippi. It was built in 1948, so it is 77 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 850 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 43 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 43 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 43 over Ditch carry?
About 850 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 43 over Ditch?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 43 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.