US 51 over Ditch
GoodCarroll County, Mississippi · 1.1 MI N Holmes Cl · Structure no. 210005100816770
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 590
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 51 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 51 over Ditch in Carroll County, Mississippi. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 590 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 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 51 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 51 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 51 over Ditch carry?
About 590 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 51 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns US 51 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.