US 49 over Ditch
GoodHinds County, Mississippi · 7.4 MI N Natchez Trace · Structure no. 210004902517410
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 49 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 49 over Ditch in Hinds County, Mississippi. It was built in 1958 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 67 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 14,000 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,000 by 2043. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 49 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 49 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 49 over Ditch carry?
About 14,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 49 over Ditch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 49 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.