US 78 over Ditch
FairDeSoto County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI E SR 305 · Structure no. 210007801700510
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 78 over Ditch in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,000 by 2043. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
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Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 78 over Ditch carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is US 78 over Ditch?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 78 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.