SR 16 over Ditch
GoodKemper County, Mississippi · 0.4 MI W US 45 · Structure no. 310001603517640
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,900
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Ditch in Kemper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 2,900 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,900 by 2043. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 32.9 mi (53 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 SR 16 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 16 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 SR 16 over Ditch carry?
About 2,900 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Ditch?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).
Who owns SR 16 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.