Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch
GoodDeSoto County, Mississippi · Sec 1 T 3S R 8W · Structure no. SA1700000000110
- Built
- 2006
- 19 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch in DeSoto County, Mississippi. It was built in 2006, so it is 19 years old, younger 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch built?
It was built in 2006, making it 19 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Highway 51 over Unnamed 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 Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Old Highway 51 over Unnamed Ditch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.