SR 494 over Ditch
GoodLauderdale County, Mississippi · 1.0 MI E Newton Cl · Structure no. 310049403801480
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 494 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 494 over Ditch in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2043. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 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 SR 494 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 494 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 494 over Ditch carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 494 over Ditch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 494 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.