Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch
GoodDeSoto County, Mississippi · Sec 10 T 3S R 7W B · Structure no. SA1700000000068
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,700 by 2043. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Getwell Road over Drainage 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 Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Getwell Road over Drainage Ditch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.