SR 12 over Ditch
FairHumphreys County, Mississippi · 6.6 MI E US 49W · Structure no. 310001202704240
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1974
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 12 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 12 over Ditch in Humphreys County, Mississippi. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1974, so it is 76 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2043. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 12 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1974.
What condition is SR 12 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 12 over Ditch carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 12 over Ditch?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns SR 12 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.