I 55 over Ditch
FairHolmes County, Mississippi · 7.6 MI N SR 12 · Structure no. 110005502616260
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 55 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I 55 over Ditch in Holmes County, Mississippi. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,000 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 I 55 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 55 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I 55 over Ditch carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.
How long is I 55 over Ditch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 55 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.