Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch
GoodAttala County, Mississippi · 0.5 Miles South of Ms Ro · Structure no. 5570326P0000000
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 545
- 2022 count
- Owner
- Federal
- National Park Service
About this bridge
Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch in Attala County, Mississippi. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 545 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 654 by 2042. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez Trace Park over Dye 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch carry?
About 545 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns Natchez Trace Park over Dye Ditch?
It is owned by the National Park Service.