US 45 over Ditch
GoodKemper County, Mississippi · 5.8 MI N SR 498 · Structure no. 21000450351066B
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Ditch in Kemper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 39 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 5,400 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,800 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 45 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 45 over Ditch carry?
About 5,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Ditch?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 45 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.