Old SR 43 over Ditch
GoodAttala County, Mississippi · 1.0 MI N SR 14 Bypass · Structure no. 310004300423500
- Built
- 1948
- 77 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old SR 43 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Old 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 2,400 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,400 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 Old SR 43 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old 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 Old SR 43 over Ditch carry?
About 2,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Old SR 43 over Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Old SR 43 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.