SR 39 over Ditch
GoodKemper County, Mississippi · 0.8 MI N Lauderdale Cl · Structure no. 310003903501570
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 39 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 39 over Ditch in Kemper County, Mississippi. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,200 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 42.9 mi (69 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 39 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 39 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 39 over Ditch carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 39 over Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR 39 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.