I 20/I 59 over Ditch
GoodLauderdale County, Mississippi · 2.0 MI N US 45 · Structure no. 110005903815890
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 27,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 20/I 59 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying I 20/I 59 over Ditch in Lauderdale 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 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 27,000 vehicles a day, roughly 38% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,000 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 20/I 59 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 20/I 59 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does I 20/I 59 over Ditch carry?
About 27,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 38% are trucks.
How long is I 20/I 59 over Ditch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I 20/I 59 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.