SR 487 over Ditch
GoodLeake County, Mississippi · 10.2 MI E SR 35 · Structure no. 310048704002100
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,700
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 487 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 487 over Ditch in Leake County, Mississippi. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 1,700 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,700 by 2043. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 46 mi (74 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 487 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 487 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 487 over Ditch carry?
About 1,700 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 487 over Ditch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 487 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.