US 45 over Ditch
GoodLee County, Mississippi · 5.4 MI N US45A/ US45 · Structure no. 210004504122030
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,000
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Ditch in Lee County, Mississippi. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 30,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,000 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Ditch built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Ditch carry?
About 30,000 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Ditch?
The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US 45 over Ditch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.