SR 178 over Ditch
FairItawamba County, Mississippi · 1.8 MI E SR 23 S · Structure no. 210007802911850
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 550
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 178 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 178 over Ditch in Itawamba County, Mississippi. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 SR 178 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 178 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 178 over Ditch carry?
About 550 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 178 over Ditch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 178 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.