US 61 over Ditch
FairCoahoma County, Mississippi · 2.9 MI S SR 6 · Structure no. 210006101425910
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 61 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 61 over Ditch in Coahoma County, Mississippi. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, older than the Mississippi average of 38.9 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,500 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,500 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 61 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 61 over Ditch in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does US 61 over Ditch carry?
About 5,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is US 61 over Ditch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 61 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.