US 45 Connector over Ditch
GoodKemper County, Mississippi · 0.7 MI N Lauderdale Cl · Structure no. 240004503509380
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 360
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 Connector over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 Connector over Ditch in Kemper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1986, 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 360 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 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 Connector over Ditch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 Connector 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 Connector over Ditch carry?
About 360 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 45 Connector over Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns US 45 Connector over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.